The CIAF Art Fair Showcase is a curated exhibition space dedicated to high-quality, culturally and contemporary inspired works. This space highlights unique, handcrafted pieces from Indigenous artisans, celebrating the rich cultural heritage, traditional techniques, and creative expressions of Queensland First Nations communities.
CIAF 2026 will feature two major program elements designed to showcase a diverse range of artistic and craft-based works: the Art Fair Showcase and the Artisans Showcase.
These two distinct exhibition opportunities offer a platform for both established and emerging artists, each catering to different creative expressions and audiences. The Art Fair Showcase is a curated, white-wall gallery-style exhibition space dedicated to new, ambitious and innovative works of art. It provides a platform for both established and emerging artists, showcasing legacy pieces as well as work that pushes creative boundaries. This space is ideal for art that appeals to collectors and curators, encompassing a wide range of mediums, including 2D wall art, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, and new media works.
To maintain the integrity of this showcase, we ask all applicants to carefully review the CIAF Info Pack and adhere to the guidelines and eligibility criteria before submitting an application.
Find out more and apply here.
Images: 1. Nathaneal Edwards (JigirrJigirr) Art Fair Showcase booth. Photograph: Michael Marzick. 2. Pearl Deemal, Where to Now, 2025, Acrylic on plywood. 80 x 60 cm. Hopevale Arts and Culture, CIAF 2025 Art Fair Showcase booth. Photograph: Michael Marzick. 3. Florence Gutchen, Erub Arts, CIAF 2025 Art Fair Showcase booth. Photograph: Studio Sol by Alicia Jade. 4. Rebecca Ray, CIAF 2025 Art Fair Showcase booth. Photograph: Michael Marzick.
