2026 Wyndham Art Prize

Established in 2015, the Wyndham Art Prize has expanded to become one of Australia’s largest art awards, distinguished by the high number of artists shortlisted each year. 

The Wyndham Art Prize proudly champions inclusivity and welcomes works in a variety of artforms including painting, sculpture, photography, video, works on paper and digital media. This year, the gallery celebrates 80 outstanding artists from across Australia, including 10 local talents who have made the Wyndham community proud. With over 700 entries, the highest number yet, the gallery curators were blown away by the creativity, skill, and vision shown by artists nationwide.

The judging panel for the 2026 Wyndham Art Prize includes acclaimed artist and previous WAP winner Camille Hannah, Head Curator at Heide Museum of Modern Art Kendrah Morgan, and Lardil Curator & Writer Maya Hodge.

Prizes awarded:

• The $15,000 First Prize was awarded to Gail Harradine for her photographic print ‘Djurite rocks, climbing and Jadawadjali.’
• The $10,000 Second Prize was awarded to Safa El Samad for her intricate embroidery work ‘Textiles in Gaza.’
• The $8000 Third Prize was awarded to Penelope Davis for her cameraless photograph ‘Afterimage: pear/grapes.’
• And local Wyndham artist FOOT won the $5,000 LEAP Prize (Local Emerging Art Prize) for their photograph ‘Assigned Liminal At Birth.’ Each year, the LEAP winning artwork becomes part of Wyndham City’s Visual Art Collection.

Visit the gallery to vote for the People’s Choice Award, which will be announced at the next exhibition opening on 11 April 2026. The recipient will be awarded $2,500.

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