Artists and designers are agents of change, often taking the lead in responding to environmental or societal challenges. The Environmental art and design prize brings together a dynamic community of artists, designers and audiences who care deeply about our future.  

Each year, we invite audiences to explore the diverse ways artists and designers Australia-wide have interpreted our unique Australian landscape, responded to our climate emergency and advocated for our planet through their creative practices.

Prize pool of $42,000 includes:

• $5,000 for each of the Open categories
• $2,000 for each of the Young Artists & Designers categories
• $3,000 for the People's Choice Awards.

Call-out open:            17 Mar - 14 May 2023

Exhibition dates:        4 – 27 August 2023

The Prize categories are:

• Ceramics & small sculpture
• Film
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Painting & mixed media
• Works on paper & photography
• Wearable design
• Functional design
• Young artists and designers 7-12 years and 13 - 18 years.

Winners from each category are awarded by an expert panel of judges.

Entries are now closed.