Celebrating Creativity: Applications Open for the 2025 Moreton Bay Art
Published 17 January 2025
Artists from across City of Moreton Bay are invited to showcase their talent and creativity, with applications now open for the 2025 Moreton Bay Art Prize and Outdoor Art Prize.
Mayor Peter Flannery said these prestigious prizes provide an exciting platform to highlight local talent and enrich the cultural fabric of our community.
"Art has the power to connect, inspire and enrich people’s lives while making us reflect on who we are.
“The Moreton Bay Art Prize is not just an art competition; it’s a celebration of creativity, talent, diversity, and the spirit of our community.
“It’s also an opportunity to bring people together to shine a light on our local artists and their unique masterpieces and gain the recognition they deserve.
“The Outdoor Art Prize in particular is a brilliant way to bring art into everyday life, enabling residents and visitors to experience creativity in unexpected places across the city.
“I encourage everyone eligible to take part in this amazing opportunity,” Mayor Flannery said.
Selected works will be exhibited at the Pine Rivers Art Gallery from 24 May to 19 July 2025, with a prize pool totalling $10,000, including:
- $500 for the People’s Choice Award
Visitors can vote for their favourite artwork, with the People’s Choice winner announced after the exhibition closes.
The Moreton Bay Art Prize celebrates artists aged 18 and over who reside within City of Moreton Bay or identify as Kabi Kabi, Turrbal, or Jinibara First Nations peoples. There are no restrictions on themes or categories, allowing artists to freely express their creativity with original artwork created within the last two years.
The Outdoor Art Prize offers six artists a unique opportunity to display their work in high-traffic outdoor locations across City of Moreton Bay. Selected artworks will be printed on vinyl banners and exhibited from 19 May to 16 June 2025, bringing art into the public realm and making it accessible to thousands of people daily.
Key Dates:
- Applications Open: 12 January 2025
- Applications Close: 12 April 2025
- Exhibition Dates: 24 May – 19 July 2025
- Outdoor Art Display: 19 May – 16 June 2025
- Awards Night: 28 June 2025
Artists may enter one artwork for the Moreton Bay Art Prize and/or one for the Outdoor Art Prize. Submissions are free and must comply with all eligibility and submission guidelines.
The Moreton Bay Art Prize and Outdoor Art Prize are cornerstones of City of Moreton Bay’s cultural calendar, providing artists with an invaluable opportunity to showcase their work while inspiring our community. For more details and to access the application guidelines, visit Moreton Bay Art Prize 2025 - Moreton Bay Galleries & Museums.