Wyndham Art Prize
2027 entries open 16 November 2026 to 22 January 2027
Australia’s most inclusive and exciting contemporary art prize is back, bigger and bolder than ever, running 6 May to 18 July 2027.
Established in 2015, the annual 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.
Each year the artists are shortlisted by the Wyndham Art Gallery curators, with the final judging done by independent curators and art professionals. The finalists are exhibited in an exhibition of scale and diversity with over 80 works being exhibited in 2026.
Whether you’re an emerging or an established artist, the Wyndham Art Prize (WAP) 2027 invites practitioners across Australia to submit their most powerful, thought-provoking, or unexpected work. With a growing prize pool and expanded categories, this year’s edition celebrates the full spectrum of artistic expression. The Wyndham Art Prize proudly champions inclusivity and welcomes work in a variety of artforms including painting, sculpture, photography, video, works on paper and digital media.
Held at the Wyndham Art Gallery, the 2027 exhibition will showcase the finalists in a dynamic, high-profile exhibition space.
Prize pool:
- First Prize: $15,000
- Second Prize: $10,000
- Third Prize: $8,000
- Local Emerging Artist Prize (acquisitive): $5,000
- People’s Choice Award: $2,500
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