The Banyule Award for Works on Paper is awarded biennially to an outstanding contemporary work on paper. This is a prestigious national art prize, with the winning artwork entered into the Banyule Art Collection.

2023 theme

The theme for the 2023 is Nhalinggu Bagung, meaning come gather in the Woiwurrung language.

On 5 December 2022, we adopted the Uluru Statement from the Heart and have committed to taking practical action for a better future and reconciled Australia.

The 2023 theme recognises that Reconciliation requires all of us to come together and do our part to build a future for all Australians.

We invite entries from all Australian artists to show us what Reconciliation looks like from your individual perspective and lived experience through artistic response.

• First Nations artists, share your culture and story with us and show us the way forward.
• Non-Indigenous artists, show us how you would take part in Reconciliation, or what Reconciliation means to you.

Entries will be closely monitored for cultural appropriation. Non-Indigenous artists, if you are unsure if your artwork or idea is appropriate, please do contact us to discuss.

Prizes and dates

• Main Acquisitive Prize: $10,000
• Commendation Prize: $1000
• People’s Choice Award (voted by public, announced at the end of the exhibition period): $1000

Entries open on 1 May and close at 11.59pm 14 July 2023. No late entries will be accepted.

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