A free guided tour of the Stanthorpe Art Prize ’26 exhibition is available with accomplished local artist Nameer Davis. Nameer will take visitors on a journey through the finalists from an artist’s perspective, exploring what sits behind the canvas and the clay.

The exhibition showcases 82 of the highest quality national artists who were selected as finalists for this year’s Stanthorpe Art Prize.

The selection was made by judges, Archibald Prize winners Julie Fragar and Wendy Sharpe.

About The Prize

Since 1972, the biennial Stanthorpe Art Prize has been a beacon for artistic talent, attracting entries from across Australia. The exceptional quality of the selected works underscores its esteemed position within the Australian arts community.

The Stanthorpe Art Prize 2026 is one of the richest art prizes in Australia.

The $50,000 total prize pool makes the Stanthorpe Art Prize 2026 one of the richest in Australia.