MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES
MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES
We are excited to announce a streamlined application process for all member opportunities. Our improved single call-out system allows members to easily discover and apply for multiple opportunities using one initial form, followed by tailored applications for specific programs that match your interests.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Complete the Member Opportunities Initial Details Form with your basic information and membership status.
2. Select which opportunities you're interested in pursuing.
3. You'll be directed to specific application forms for each selected opportunity and provided with detailed Guidelines for all you need to know before applying.
4. Submit your applications before the closing dates.
The application form will be live and available on this page Thursday 10 April 2025. Please bookmark this page and return when applications open. Or subscribe to our newsletter for a reminder.
2026 EXHIBITION PROGRAM
February – December 2026
Applications close | Sunday 15 June 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Monday 14 July 2025
See the 2025 Exhibition Program here
2026 FIRST NATIONS CURATORIAL OPPORTUNITY
June/August (TBC) 2026
Applications close | 31 September 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | 1 November 2025
See the 2024 First Nations Curatorial Opportunity here
ANNUAL MEMBERS EXHIBITION
27 November – 13 December 2025
Applications close | Sunday 19 October 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Thursday 23 October 2025
See the 2024 Annual Members Exhibition here
2026 ROBERT FOSTER METAL PRIZE
TBC 2026
Applications open | TBC
Applications close | TBC
Applicants advised of outcome | TBC
See the 2024 Robert Foster Metal Prize here
2026 ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE
March/April (TBC) 2026
Applications close | Monday 30 June 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Tuesday 30 September 2025
See the 2025 Artists-in-Residence here
2025 CREATIVE JOURNALLING CHALLENGE
1 – 31 July 2025
Applications close | 1 July 2025
Winners announced | August 2025
See the 2024 Creative Journalling Challenge here
2025 OPEN STUDIOS
Northside | 1 – 2 November 2025
Southside | 8 – 9 November 2025
Applications close | 31 July 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Friday 29 August 2025
See the 2024 Open Studios Program here
2026 ANYTIME PROGRAM
February – December 2026
Applications close | Monday 1 September 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Monday 29 September 2025
BECOME A STOCKIST
On Consignment
Applications close | Monday 30 June 2025
Applicants advised of outcome | Tuesday 1 July 2025
See the current stockists here
Image | Jennifer Kemarre Martiniello OAM, Pale Sedge Reeds Fish Trap, Tall Red Sedge Reeds Fish Trap #21/05, Tall Green Reeds Fish Trap #21/06 at the 2024 Annual Members Exhibition | Photo by 5 Foot Photography