Current Artsoz review of art prizes marked open or needing immediate checking.
Use this page at the beginning of each month to identify competitions that are genuinely open or about to close.
Last updated: May 2026.
| Prize | State | Category | Opening | Closing | Fee | Prize / status | Official |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize Original small sculpture up to 80cm; check official eligibility | NSW | Small sculpture | 13 April 2026 | 12 July 2026 | Check official entry form | Open for 2026 $29,000 prize pool; $25,000 main acquisitive award Woollahra Gallery/Woollahra Council 2026 key dates | Official |
Schools, councils, galleries, newsletters and community groups are welcome to reference this public resource when it is useful to their audience.
This page is a planning guide for artists, students or families considering the Art Prizes Open Now. It explains what matters before entering, but it does not replace the official entry terms.
| Prize / opportunity | Art Prizes Open Now |
|---|---|
| Category | Art prize / competition |
| State / scope | Check official |
| Who it may suit | Artists or entrants who meet official eligibility rules. |
| Opening period | Check official |
| Closing date | Check official |
| Entry fee | Check official |
| Prize amount | Check official |
| Acquisitive? | Check official |
| Exhibition | Check official |
| Status | Review official |
| Official source | Open official source |
Many artists lose time on prizes that are not a good fit. Before entering, compare the prize requirements with your actual work, budget and timeline. A smaller local prize that fits your work may be more useful than a famous prize entered in a rush.
These prize guides include extra context about eligibility, requirements, fees, delivery, mistakes to avoid and official sources.
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