Entries invited now – closing date Jan 22 2025
We are excited to open entries for Newstead Arts Hub’s second annual Small World Sculpture Prize & Exhibition.
The Small World Sculpture Prize is open to everyone and is a showcase for artists at all stages of their careers, from emerging to established. It is a celebration of our diverse and vibrant artistic community.
We are seeking artists’ works in 3D that explore what a ‘small world’ means to them. Through this exhibition we will create space to stop, reflect and focus on small things that can inspire big ideas. Entries from established, emerging and novice artists are welcome.
The entries received will be reviewed and up to 40 finalists selected for inclusion in the exhibition; each finalist will be in the running for the three prizes: a $1000 first prize and a Youth Prize valued at $500, all awarded by a guest judging panel. A People’s Choice prize will be awarded to the piece that hooks the hearts and minds of our visitors.
Entry fees and the 20% sales commission are an important funding source for the Hub, enabling us to continue to stage the exhibitions and events intrinsic to Newstead and beyond.
We look forward to seeing your entry. Max 1 work per artist.
Finalists will be announced Fri 31 Jan 2025. Works will be on display to the public in our showcase exhibition from 8 to 30 March 2025.
NOTE: This prize/exhibition is for 3D works ONLY.
Important Dates:
28 Nov 2024: Entries open online
22 Jan 2025: Entries close at 11.59pm
31 Jan 2025: Finalists announced!
2-4 March: Finalists deliver entries between 2pm and 5pm
8 March 2025, 3pm: Celebration event and prizes announced
8 March – 30 March: Exhibition open 10am – 4pm, Saturdays and Sundays
30 March 3pm: Peoples Choice prize announced
30 March 4 – 6pm: Collect unsold works, other times by arrangement
Prizes
Main prize: $1000
Youth prize: Valued at $500
People’s Choice prize: $500
We can’t wait to see all your entries. Please note that entry fees go to support the Hub to continue delivering high quality arts experiences to the community. We are a not for profit organisation with no regular external funding. Every little bit helps. Thank you for being part of the Small Sculpture Prize
FAQ’s
What is Small World Sculpture Prize?
Small World Sculpture Prize is an exhibition of 3D works, which provides artists with the opportunity to showcase their artwork to a wide audience. It is a celebration of creativity and a platform for artists to display, and sell, their work.
How do I enter the prize?
Entries are via this Humanitix page. Please read the Terms & Conditions before submitting your work.
How many artworks can I enter?
Your entry entitles you to enter 1 artwork. Each entry costs $30 ($15 for youth)
When do entries close?
Entries close at 11.59pm on 22 Jan 2025
What are the entry specifications for artworks?
Artworks must be 3D and no larger than 60W x 60H x 60D cm.
Artworks must be able to sit on a plinth OR hang on a hook.
When and where do I deliver my artwork?
Your artwork must be delivered to Newstead Arts Hub, 8A Tivey Street Newstead, between Sunday 2 to Tuesday 4 March: Deliver entries between 2pm and 5pm
What are the prizes?
There are three prizes. The prize for the General Entry category is $1000. The prize for the Youth category is $500. The prize for the People’s Choice (announced on 30 March) is $500.
How much does it cost to enter?
General entry fees are $30 each piece, max 1piece per artist. Youth (under 25) entry fees are $15 each piece, max 1 piece per artist.
Entry fees are non-refundable.
Are artworks for sale?
The artist may offer their artwork for sale. If the work sells during the exhibition, Newstead Arts Hub will retain 20% commission.
When are artworks to be collected?
Unsold works are to be collected from Newstead Arts Hub on Sunday 30 March 4 – 6pm: Collect unsold works, other times by arrangement. Works not collected by 4pm on 12 April will be disposed of.
Should you have any further questions or need assistance, please contact info@newsteadartshub.org
(Lead Image: Look-up-look-down-photography, on Unsplash)