Moreton Bay Region Art Prize

The Moreton Bay Region Art Prize is an annual exhibition and prize that builds on the strong foundation and legacy of the Moreton Bay Region Art Awards, to support and celebrate local artists.

Entry is free and open to local residents and/or First Nations people who identify as Kabi Kabi, Turrbal or Jinibara Traditional Owner groups but live off Country.

The prize pool totals $10,000 with a non-acquisitive prize of $5,000 for first place, $3,000 for second place, $1,500 for third place and $500 for the people’s choice. The exhibition of finalists will be held at Pine Rivers Art Gallery from Saturday 7 May - 4 June 2022.

This prize is for entrants over 18 years of age. Artists under 18 years are encouraged to check out the Moreton Bay Region Youth Art Awards.

As part of the 2022 the Moreton Bay Region Art Prize there is a new opportunity this year. The Outdoor Gallery offers six artists the chance to see their artworks on display across the region.

About the Outdoor gallery

• Artists can enter the Outdoor Gallery and Moreton Bay Art Prize but each entry must be a different artwork.
• Six finalists will be chosen for the Outdoor Gallery by an independent judge based on criteria that includes concept, workmanship, suitability for scale and originality
• Photography and design support will be provided to each selected finalist of the Outdoor Gallery.
• Each finalist will have their artwork printed on two vinyl banners measuring 400 centimeters by 100 centimeters each for display across the Moreton Bay Region and receive a licence fee of $200.

To support local artists who are interested in developing their skills to make artwork for the Outdoor Gallery opportunity, register for Cultivate the Arts - From studio art to public art: Concepts, tips and challenges.  

If you have any questions contact the Pine Rivers Art Gallery via email PineRivers.Gallery@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 3205 0555.  

How to enter

All applications are made via the online form. Applications close at 11:59 PM on 10 March 2022. 

Enter now

To enter you will need:

• to read and agree to the terms and conditions(PDF, 179KB)
• a short artist statement (max 50 words)
• a short artwork statement (max 50 words)
• a good quality photograph of your artwork. Please note - finalists will be selected from the photograph provided. Read our fact sheet(PDF, 717KB) for tips on how to take a good photograph.