Entries Open | Cossack Art Awards 2016
We hope you have sharpened your senses and pencils because the Cossack Art Awards call for entries has begun. One of the richest regional art prizes in the country, artists across Australia are encouraged to submit works for the 2016 awards.
Known for its strength and stature it involves a significant prize pool of more than $100,000 including $30,000 major prize and residency program.
As a result the list of awards and categories is broad. To find what suits you see here.
Entries close on 7 June 2016 at 5pm (WST).
Note that a maximum of 300 entries will be accepted, entries will close once this has been reached. Late submissions will not be accepted.
EXHIBITION
Cossack Art Awards 2016
24 July – 14 August
City of Karratha
Image: Katherine Brown, Wise Eyes, 2015, Peoples Choice
Courtesy the artist and Cossack Art Award
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