The Brisbane Portrait Prize is a major portrait prize focused on Brisbane connections. It includes a main competition and a Next Gen pathway for artists aged 18 and under.
| Prize | Brisbane Portrait Prize |
|---|---|
| Type | Portrait prize |
| State / scope | QLD |
| Prize value | Lord Mayor’s Prize $50,000; other categories check official |
| Current status | Open for 2026; entries close 1 July 2026 at 6pm |
| Official source | Open official entry information |
| Last reviewed by Artsoz | May 2026 |
Portrait artists with a Brisbane-connected subject or story, including younger artists entering the Next Gen pathway.
Artists whose work cannot meet the portrait or Brisbane connection requirements.
The notes below are a practical summary for planning. They do not replace the official terms and conditions. Before entering, open the official prize page and check every date, fee, eligibility rule, delivery requirement and collection condition.
A strong prize entry is not only about the artwork. It also depends on whether the work fits the category, whether it can be safely delivered, whether all paperwork is prepared, and whether the artist understands the exhibition and collection obligations.
Put the official deadline, delivery period, fee, work dimensions, medium restrictions and collection period into your own tracker. If the prize requires physical delivery, do not wait until the closing week to solve transport or framing.
Prize details can change between years. Artsoz is useful for understanding the shape of the opportunity, but the official organiser page is the only reliable source for entry conditions.
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