Unearthed Art Prize
The Unearthed Art Prize is back for its 7th year, and it’s your chance to step into the spotlight. Our mission has always been to give up-and-coming artists the opportunity to be seen, celebrated, and launched into the art world and we’ve witnessed some incredible careers begin right here in our gallery.
If you’ve been waiting for your moment, create your work and submit before 20th January 2026 — this could be your chance to shine!
To Enter:
To enter you must be living in Australia and not have any current physical gallery representation in Victoria (online-only representation is acceptable.) There is no restriction regarding age, training or nationality, and the Art Prize is open to artists with all levels of experience.
Eligible artists are invited to submit up to two artworks.
Each piece must be 61 x 51 cm (24” x 20”), either landscape or portrait. Accepted mediums include original paintings, photographic or digital art prints, traditional print-making pieces and mixed media. Entry is free, but shortlisted artworks must be framed according to Art to Art’s specifications – see below.
The deadline for submissions is January 20th, 2026, with shortlisted finalist artists notified by January 23rd, 2026. Shortlisted finalists will have their works exhibited at Art to Art's Hawthorn gallery, with the winner receiving an invitation to join their stable of artists and opportunities for future exhibitions.
Jump to entry form.
2026 Dates
Entries Open
11th November, 2025
Entries Close
Midnight, 20th January 2026, 12.00am AEDT
Shortlisted Artists Notified
23rd January 2026 – Notification to successful shortlisted artists with invoice for framing
Delivery of artwork
30th January 2026 – Shortlisted artworks must be delivered to Art to Art: 135 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Vic 3122 by this date. (Note: Gallery is closed Mondays)
Exhibition Opening Night
26th February 2026. Finalist Artworks now available for purchase.
People's Choice Voting Closes
20th March 2026, 12.00am AEDT
All Winners Announced
24th March 2026
Artwork Criteria
Artworks submitted are expected to be:
- 61 x 51 cm, (24” x 20”) landscape or portrait oriented.*
(Standard canvas depth of 4cm)
- Original artwork on canvas. (Wooden board, paper or photographic prints are accepted, but framing cost may vary if shortlisted)
- Dated and Titled on the back of the artwork, and signed on either the front or back (your choice).
* This is an exact measurement which is a common commercial canvas size. Not a minimum or maximum size. (0.5cm difference is acceptable). All submissions must be this specific size.
While there is no entry fee, shortlisted artworks will need to be framed for the exhibition according to our specifications. Framing is facilitated through Art to Art at a cost of $150 per artwork. If your entry is shortlisted, you will be invoiced for framing.
Framing Specs
Want to frame your work yourself? Works must be framed to a total size of 54 x 64 cm, in a simple timber of gallery frame. If shortlisted, you will need to discuss framing with us to be sure it meets our specifications.
Canvas Suppliers
Struggling to find a canvas? Check out these suppliers.
Montmarte.com.au
Seniorart.com.au (Cotton Duck)
Seniorart.com.au (Cotton)
Finalist Artwork Sales
Finalist works will be made available for purchase during the exhibition period, for a set price of $600, with the artist receiving back $450 after Gallery Commission.
Prizes
Main Prize
Chosen by our experienced Art to Art artists, the winner will be invited to join our stables, with ongoing opportunities to exhibit their works in Art to Art Exhibitions, be featured in catalogues and appear in email newsletters.
People’s Choice Prize
Voted by visitors to the gallery and via our online voting portal, the People’s Choice winner will be given the opportunity to showcase a selection of 3 additional artworks at one of our future exhibitions.
United Measures Craftsmanship Award
Chosen by our framing partner, United Measures, this award recognises the talent and craftsmanship of the chosen finalist piece, with the winner receiving a $500 United Measures Gift Voucher.
Opportunity
- Connect with the right audience of genuine art-lovers and collectors
- Be promoted across our social media platform, website, exhibition events and newsletter
- Associate and network with other professional artists
- Increase exposure of your work, to raise your profile and social media following
- Be seen and recognised for your talents
- Further develop your career
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