About the Open Call

The 2026 theme 'I AM HERE' invites artists to consider ideas of presence, identity and place in their work. It acknowledges the role of cultural identity, lived experience and community in contemporary multicultural Australia and will guide the selection and presentation of works in the 2026 Burwood Art Prize exhibition. Artists are encouraged to explore how art can facilitate dialogue and connect audiences with the different experiences that inform our sense of community.

What is Offered

Inclusion in the 2026 Burwood Art Prize exhibition.

Requirements

Open to Sydney-based artists aged 16 years and over; must be Australian citizens or permanent residents; limit of one artwork submission per artist.

How to Apply

Complete the official entry form online and sign the declaration confirming acceptance of the Conditions of Entry.