Entries Now Open For The 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize
Now in its 24th year, the Prize celebrates artistic excellence in works measuring up to 80cm in any dimension. Presented by Woollahra Council and hosted at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, the Prize offers a platform for established and emerging, local and international artists to present original sculptures on a small scale.
All works are blind judged, with the selected finalists exhibited in a free public exhibition from 26 September to 16 November 2025. Winners will be announced at the official opening on 25 September.
A total prize pool of $29,000 will be awarded:
The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize – $25,000
Special Commendation Award – $2,000
Mayor's Award – $1,000
Viewers' Choice Award – $1,000
The Prize, won by Hannah Gartside in 2024, has helped spotlight some of the most compelling artists working today. Past winners include Archie Moore and Adam Cullen and past finalists include Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran, Julie Rrap and Jonathon Jones.
Eligible works must be original, freestanding or wall-mounted sculptures, designed or completed after July 2024. There is no limit to the number of entries an artist can submit, and collaborative entries are welcome.
'Sculpture is often overlooked in art prizes, but here it's given the spotlight it deserves. I'm excited to bring together the work of emerging and established voices for one of Australia's most prestigious and exciting exhibitions.' Sep Pourbozorgi, Director Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf
KEY DATES
Entries close: Sunday 13 July 2025
Exhibition: 26 September – 16 November 2025
Winners announced: Thursday 25 September 2025
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