From a pool of over 500 entrants, 16 emerging artists have been selected to exhibit as finalists and be considered for prizes totalling over $40,000 in the country’s most diverse art prize for emerging contemporary artists, the churchie emerging art prize (‘the churchie'). Each artist was selected based on the diversity, innovation and uniqueness applied to their creation to showcase Australian contemporary art in practice. Each work of art will be displayed at the Finalist’s Exhibition from 22 to 30 November 2024, hosted at Metro Arts.
The national prize invites early-career artists over 18, regardless of age, practice or medium, to exhibit and be considered for awards totalling an over $40,000 prize pool. The major prize sponsored by BSPN Architecture has increased to $30,000, reflecting the increased excitement and engagement for the emerging artist award. Finalists will also be considered for a $5,000 Special Commendation award by Fardoulys Constructions, two Commendations valued at $1,500 each sponsored by A1 Frames and a People’s Choice Prize, valued at $3,000.
Now in its 37th year, 'the churchie' is Australia’s longest-running prize for emerging artists and provides an exceptional platform for career opportunities, education, and direct engagement with the broader arts community.
