Ewart Art Prize
Ewart Prize 2023
About the Prize
The Ewart Art Prize is a non-acquisitive art prize and exhibition held by the Willoughby Arts Centre.
Artists are invited to submit one work only in one of the following categories:
- Painting
- Drawing
- Printmaking
- Ceramics
- Sculpture
- Other forms
Works must be original, produced in 2022/2023 and not previously exhibited at the Willoughby Arts Centre.
Winner and Finalists
The Ewart Art Prize winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize. Certificates will be awarded in each category at the judge's discretion.
Finalists may list their works for sale and will exhibit these in the Ewart Gallery from 16 - 30 September 2023.
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Entry: Membership of the Willoughby Arts Centre
Current memberships must not expire before 12 September 2023.
Annual membership:
Single: $60.50
Duo: $71.50
Concession: $44.00
Regional: $33.00
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How to Enter
Fill out the entry form online via the link below or for a paper copy download below or pick one up at the Centre.
Online Entries
You may enter online at any time. A copy of your entry form will be emailed to you on submission. This email is a confirmation of your entry.
You do not need to print this or bring it with you on delivery day. You will receive a receipt number for your work on delivery day.
Paper Form Entries
Entry forms will also be available at the Centre or for download above. If you use a paper entry form please bring it with you when you drop off your artwork. You will receive a receipt number for your work on delivery day.
Download the entry form here for printing
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Terms and Conditions for Entering
1. Entry is free. You may become a member to submit work.Current memberships must not expire before 12 September 2023.
2. WAC teachers and children are not eligible to enter.
3. Only one work per person. Work must be original, produced in 2022/2023 and not previously exhibited at the WAC.
4. No changes will be accepted after Entry Forms have been submitted.
5. All entries will be viewed by the Judge. The Judge has absolute discretion as to interpretation of the rules and quality of work.
6. Works entered into the Ewart Art Prize must remain on display in the gallery for the duration of the exhibition.
7. Signing of the Entry Form provides consent to the WAC to photograph entrants’ work for publicity purposes.
8. All care will be taken of your work, but no responsibility will be taken for loss or damage. You are welcome to arrange your own insurance. Under the Uncollected Goods Act 1995, artworks not collected after 30 days remain the property of the WAC.
Specifications [2D work]:
9. Maximum size 400cm (4 metre) perimeter (total outside measurement including frame).
10. Stretched canvases without frames permitted. If work is framed please make sure it is sturdy & safe.
11. Diptych/triptych works are considered one work and must not exceed the maximum size 400cm perimeter.
12. All 2D work to have 2 x D-rings attached 5 to 10cm from the top. Works without D-rings will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Specifications [3D work and other forms]:
13. Maximum size 60cm x 42cm x 42cm. Plinths are provided.
14. Multiples are considered one work and must not exceed the maximum size.
15. The WAC is unable to loan multimedia equipment. Video and sound works must include their own multimedia support.
Any artworks not complying to the set conditions and specifications above will not be accepted in the exhibition.
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Key Dates
Entries close
Monday 11 September, 4pm
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Delivery of work
Monday 11 September, 10am - 4pm
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Selection notifications (both selected & unselected)
Friday 15 September
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Unselected work collection
Monday 18 September
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Exhibition dates
Saturday 16 September - Saturday 30 September
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Selected work collection
Tuesday 3rd October 9:30am to 4pm
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Opening Night & Awards Presentation
Thursday 21 September, 6 - 8pm
Save the date and join us to celebrate the award winners on opening night!