Artbank Prize 2026

Artbank presents the inaugural Artbank Prize. A new pathway to a national collection. The prize has been established to recognise and support outstanding contemporary art practices, and to promote access for all Australian artists to present their work for consideration for the Artbank collection. It aims to champion new voices and help grow the breadth of contemporary Australian art represented across the country.

This year Studio A's Annette Galstaun has been selected as a finalist, representing NSW.

Featured Artists:
Elyas Alavi VIC
Dave Carswell TAS
Cathy Franzi ACT
Annette Galstaun NSW
Sam Harrison QLD
Angelina Karadada Boona WA
Damien Shen SA
Wanapati Yunupiŋu NT

Artbank Prize: Opening exhibition and winner announcement 
When: Thursday 3 September 2026, 9.30 am - 11.00 am

For more details head to the Artbank website.