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Wollongong Art Prize

First lighting up the local art scene in 1956, the Wollongong Art Prize returned in 2025 with a renewed and contemporary vision.

Wollongong Art Prize (Acquisitive) is a national prize, open to all Australian artists. Now reimagined for a new generation, the competition invites submissions from artists working across all mediums. With a strong emphasis on accessibility, inclusivity, and community engagement, the prize seeks to showcase the breadth and vitality of contemporary art practice.

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Wollongong Art Prize 2025

Prize Winners

Wollongong Art Prize 2025:  Sam Gold, Lungs swollen with warmth from the mouths of exploding stars, 2025.

Local Artist Award 2025: Nicole Smede, YULIMBA (to come back), 2024.

People's Choice Award 2025: Matthew Grayson, the other half, 2025.

2025 Finalists

See the full list of finalists.