Queen's Wharf Brisbane Art Prize

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Applications close
6 June 2026
Announced
1 August 2026
Prize money
AUD $30,000
Location
QLD, Australia
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Queen's Wharf Brisbane Art Prize

THE STORIES OF BRISBANE AND SURROUNDS TOLD THROUGH ART.

PRIZE POOL OF $30,000

This is an open exhibition for all artists residing in Queensland. In partnership with Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and The Star Brisbane, The Royal Queensland Art Society Brisbane Branch is pleased to present the 2026 Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize.
Following on from the success of this exhibition in 2025 and with an expanded list of eligible mediums, we can’t wait to see what our local artists create to celebrate our beautiful city.

Artists are asked to submit artworks that reflect what makes Brisbane and its surrounding attractions unique.

Tell us the story of what you love about Brisbane and your connection to it through your art. All entries must be accompanied by a statement further describing the connection of the artwork to the Greater Brisbane area.

Entry fees: $50 per artwork Prize Pool of $30,000! Petrie Terrace Gallery Exhibition: Saturday, 15th August 2026 - Sunday, 13th September 2026

Contact; For further information about the QWBAP, including the terms and conditions, please visit our website: https://rqas.com.au/event/qwbap-2026/

Venue: Royal Queensland Art Society, Petrie Terrace Gallery - 3/162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane 

Summary
Application dates
10 February 2026 - 6 June 2026
Exhibition dates
15 August 2026 - 13 September 2026
Finalists notified
1 August 2026
Eligibility
National Entries
Prize frequency
One-Off
Judges
Prize genre
General
Location
Royal Queensland Art Society, Petrie Terrace Gallery, Brisbane
QLD
Australia
Prizes
AUD $30,000
Fees
$50 entry fee per artwork
Last updated
10 February 2026
Prior Winners
2025: Kate Marek - Winner ($20,000)