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The Jury Art Prize
WA's Most Innovative Art Award

Voting NOW Open

Experience the Best of Regional Art

The excitement is in the air – one of Western Australia’s most vibrant cultural showcases is happening right now! The 2025 Jury Art Prize is officially open, and this year’s exhibition features an extraordinary lineup of 48 finalists whose works capture the richness, diversity, and innovation of regional artistic practice.

These talented artists – emerging, mid-career, and established – represent the very best from across the state. Their creations span a wide array of mediums and styles, offering a powerful, thought-provoking experience that celebrates both individual expression and collective identity.

The Jury Art Prize has become a cornerstone of the regional arts calendar, drawing visitors from near and far. It’s a unique platform where artists gain well-deserved exposure, recognition, and connection. For the finalists, it’s a chance to have their work professionally exhibited and seen by collectors, curators, and art lovers alike.

Running from 7 June to 18 July 2025, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the depth and brilliance of regional WA art – all in one inspiring space.

Congratulations to our Winners

Find out more about what our esteemed Judging Panel had to say about this year’s winners

The Jury Art Prize Artwork

Meet The Judges

It's Your Time To Shine
Meet our Finalists

ERIN NELSON
HOWARD HOLDER
CARRIE MCDOWELL
JUSTINE GORGES
ALLERY SANDY
WALTER BROWN
MARIANNE BURTON
SHARON GOSLING
GREGORY TAYLOR
SYLVIA WILSON
MATTHEW MINTERN
MAYWOKKA (MAYIWALKU) CHAPMAN
PAULETTE JADZINSKI
KELLY ARCARO
WIGGY MITSUDA
WILLIAM UPCHURCH
LEXIE LAZENBY
JANEEN HORNE
PETA RILEY
KELLI DAWSON
KATY MCMANUS
JENNIFER LOVEROCK
KAREN CHAPPELOW
HENRY WOOD

PHILINKA DOLBY
JENNY BUTT
WILSON MANDIJALU-JADAI
ALICE BOARDMAN
DANE YATES
KALLUM MUNGULU
BENJAMIN LOARING
IMELDA YUKENBARRI GUGAMAN
VENETTA YANAWANA
EDWARD BADAL
ISAAC BARBER
HELENA BUTT
CHLOE JADAI
MELISSA FOSTER
ANTHEA NARGOODAH
AMELIA JAJKO
JODY LOARING
LORI PENSINI
LAURA GRIFFITH
KIM KIOSSES
ELMARI STEYN
CHRISTIAN FLETCHER
ROSLYN HAMDORF
CHARLOTTE ROBINSON

Tell Me More
About The Prize

We're Not Just Another Art Award

The Jury Art Prize is Western Australia’s most innovative regional art award, dedicated to celebrating the rich and diverse artistic talent that thrives in regional WA. Nearing its sixth year, The Jury Art Prize has become a unique platform for artists to share their stories and perspectives, reaching audiences across the country and around the globe.

Our mission is to connect and engage our audience with the best of regional West Australian artworks. By offering multiple accessible options for experiencing and participating in the prize, we ensure that geography knows no bounds in fostering artistic connections. The Jury Art Prize provides artists with broad exposure, career recognition, and a valuable opportunity to engage with art enthusiasts and collectors.

The Jury Art Prize is more than just an award – it is a celebration of creativity and storytelling. We honour the diverse voices and experiences of our talented artists, igniting connections and forging a lasting legacy that transcends boundaries.

Join us in celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of regional Western Australia and be a part of this inspiring journey.

2020 - 2024

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Entries Accepted From All Regional WA

THE JUDGES PRIZE

$10,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Judge's Prize is awarded to the most outstanding artwork by a contemporary artist living in regional WA. This prize acknowledges the artists exceptional work and is endorsed by arts industry professionals.

2025 Prize Categories

THE JURY PRIZE

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Jury Prize is the people's choice award and will be awarded to the artwork that receives the most votes through the online voting platform on the Courthouse Gallery+Studio website.

PATRON PRIZE

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Patron Award will be awarded to a Hedland resident and will provide a fund of $5000 to support the ongoing development of the winner’s art practice. This prize fund is sponsored by The Town of Port Hedland.

KATHY DONNELLEY AWARD

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Kathy Donnelley Award is an encouragement award for an emerging WA regional artist. This award pays homage to the late Kathy Donnelley, one of the founding members of the original Courthouse Gallery and Hedland Art Award.

SCULPTURE PRIZE

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Sculpture Prize recognizes excellence in three-dimensional art forms. Open to artists living in regional WA, this award encourages artists to explore form, material, and space.

PORTRAIT PRIZE

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Portrait Prize is awarded to the best portrait work by a regional WA artist. This award encourages artists to delve into the complexities of capturing the essence, likeness, and personality of their subject through innovative techniques.

HIGHLY COMMENDED PRIZE

$5,000 PRIZE MONEY

The Highly Commended Prize is awarded to a regional WA artist whose work, while not a category winner, demonstrates significant artistic merit. This award acknowledges the artist’s creativity, skill, and contribution to the exhibition.

Important Info
About The Prize

Key Dates

Here is a list of all important dates and deadlines (all by 4PM AWST).

31/12/24 – Entries Open

27/02/25 – Zoom Info Session #1

20/03/25 – Zoom Info Session #2

07/04/25 – Entries Close

10/04/25 – Finalists Announced

11/04/25 – Information Session (Letter of Acceptance, Q&A Opportunity)

17/04/25 – Letter of Acceptance Due

09/05/25 – Artworks to be delivered to Drop Off Points (if applicable)

17/05/25 – All Artworks MUST be received by the Courthouse Gallery+Studio

07/06/25 – Exhibition Opening Event and Winner Announcements

11/07/25 – The Jury Prize Winner Announcement

18/07/25 – Exhibition Close

18/07/25 – 29/08/25 – All artwork MUST be collected from the Gallery

ARTS MARGARATE RIVER
Nala Bardip Mia – Margaret River HEART
47 Wallcliffe Road
Margaret River WA 6285
(08) 9782 5291
Drop Off: Tues 6/05 – Thurs 8/05 between 10am- 4pm

GOOLARRI MEDIA ENTERPRISE
3 Blackman Street
Broome, WA 6725
(08) 9194 9999
Drop Off: Tues 6/05 – Wed 7/05 between 10am- 2pm

ART ON THE MOVE
18 Sussex Street
Perth, WA 6051
Drop Off: Mon 5/05 – Thurs 8/05 between 10am- 2pm

GERALDTON REGIONAL ART GALLERY
24 Chapman Road
Geraldton, WA 6530
(08) 9956 6750
Drop Off: Mon 5/05 – Thurs 8/05 between 10am- 2pm

Drop Off Locations

Talk to the Team

In Person: 16 Edgar Street, Port Hedland

Phone: 08 9141 0041

Email: thejuryprize@thejunctionco.com.au

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