2026 Calleen Art Award

The Calleen Art Award is an annual acquisitive painting prize offering a $30,000 major award for contemporary Australian painting. Open to artists across Australia, the winning artwork joins the Calleen Collection at Cowra Regional Art Gallery, with a $1,000 People's Choice Award also available.

Who can apply

Open to artists across Australia for contemporary painting in any style, theme or subject.

Perks & benefits

Exhibition opportunity
People's Choice Award ($1,000)

Sources

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www.cowraartgallery.com.au/Calleen-Art-Award/Calleen-Art-Award-2026 ↗