Who can apply to Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026?

Open to artists at every career stage and from every corner of Australia, championing 2D practices in painting, drawing, and printmaking (unique state).

What does Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026 offer?

The prize offers a $55,000+ prize pool, including a major acquisitive award of $50,000, a $5,000 Eurobodalla Award for an outstanding local work, and a $500 People’s Choice Award. Finalists receive covered courier fees and a $100 framing subsidy.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 11 September 2026.

Prize

Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026

Name: Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026
Start: 2026-06-25
End: 2026-09-11
Location: Moruya, Australia

Eurobodalla Shire Council · Moruya, Australia

Deadline: Sep 11
Award: The prize offers a $55,000+ prize pool, including a major acquisitive award of $50,000, a $5,000 Eurobodalla Award for an outstanding local work, and a $500 People’s Choice Award. Finalists receive covered courier fees and a $100 framing subsidy.
Eligibility: Open to artists at every career stage and from every corner of Australia, championing 2D practices in painting, drawing, and printmaking (unique state).
Location: Moruya, Australia

Discipline

PaintingDrawingPrintmaking

About

The Basil Sellers Art Prize returns in 2026, focusing on supporting artists with a significant prize pool. Presented at The Bas in Moruya, the prize is known for its artist-first approach, covering courier fees for finalists and offering a framing subsidy. It aims to honor, nurture, and sustain creative practice for artists across Australia, regardless of their career stage. The prize includes a major acquisitive award, a local award, and a People's Choice Award.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026?: Open to artists at every career stage and from every corner of Australia, championing 2D practices in painting, drawing, and printmaking (unique state).
What does Basil Sellers Art Prize 2026 offer?: The prize offers a $55,000+ prize pool, including a major acquisitive award of $50,000, a $5,000 Eurobodalla Award for an outstanding local work, and a $500 People’s Choice Award. Finalists receive covered courier fees and a $100 framing subsidy.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 11 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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