
2026 Illawarra Portrait Prize
Information For Artists
The Illawarra Portrait Prize celebrates the art of portraiture and the incredible talent within our region. Now in its 2026 edition, the Prize invites artists to explore the power of human expression and story telling.
Entries are now open to artists within our region. Key dates and information are listed below.
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Exhibition Dates: June 17-28 2026, Timbermill Gallery 2-6 Molloy St Bulli
Entry Fee: $40 per entry (limited to three entries)
Entries Close: Friday 23 May 2026
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Prizes Include...
First Prize: $1000 and two weeks free gallery hire at Timbermill Gallery, Bulli
Highly Commended: $500
Curator's Choice: Artist's pack and voucher from Levers Art Supplies
People's Choice:" $200 and artist's pack
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Key Dates and Information...
Entry Fee: $40 per entry (limited to three entries)
Submissions Close: May 23 2026
Artwork Drop-Off: June 13, between 2pm-4pm​
Exhibition Dates: June 17-28, 2026
Opening Night: Saturday June 20, 2026
Artworks Collected: June 29, between 2pm-4pm
Winners Announced: At opening night
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For entry form and further details, click on the link below or email illawarra.portraitprize@gmail.com



