2025 Emerging Contemporaries

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20 February - 5 April 2025
Artists | Philip Agius | Tess Carlton | Isabel Chen | Sophie Constable | Jemma Copland | Ruby Davies | Rachael Hanrick | Tilda Joy | Liv Kidston | Ali Mencshelyi | Lee Nelms | Melanie Olde | Isobel Waters
2025 Emerging Contemporaries is Craft + Design Canberra’s prestigious award exhibition celebrating the next generation of designers and makers. Showcasing works by early career artists from leading local institutions, including Canberra Potters Society, Canberra Institute of Technology, and the ANU School of Art + Design, this exhibition highlights the diverse talent shaping the future of craft and design.
2025 Emerging Contemporaries is more than a showcase; it plays a vital role in nurturing early career practitioners, supporting their transition into professional practice. Join us in celebrating the creativity and potential of these exceptional emerging artists who represent the vibrant future of contemporary craft and design.
Artist Talks 5.30pm | Opening 6pm | Thursday 20 February | RSVP HERE