Brisbane Portrait Prize finalist exhibition
Free

Brisbane Portrait Prize finalist exhibition

Date & time
Thu 22 Aug 2024 to Sun 10 Nov 2024
Add to Calendar 2024-08-22 10:00 2024-11-11 10:00 Australia/Brisbane Brisbane Portrait Prize finalist exhibition The <a href="https://brisbaneportraitprize.org/" target="_blank">Brisbane Portrait Prize</a>&nbsp;is a&nbsp;contemporary portraiture competition showcasing artists and the unique character of our city. This year the&nbsp;finalist exhibition will be hosted in the <a href="https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/discover/exhibitions/brisbane-portrait-prize-2024" target="_blank">State Library of Queensland</a>, situated in the premier arts precinct of Brisbane. The slq Gallery provides an ideal setting to showcase the finalist artworks, creating a welcoming and approachable environment for all attendees. We are proud to collaborate with the State Library, an institution dedicated to collecting and preserving Queensland&#39;s cultural heritage. This partnership allows us to continue telling the compelling stories of Brisbane artists and their sitters. The relocation of the Brisbane Portrait Prize to the slq Gallery not only enhances the overall art experience for the public but also signifies the growth and evolution of our portraiture competition. We are excited about this opportunity to further elevate the profile of the Brisbane Portrait Prize.
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Age

Suitable for all ages

Cost

Free

The Brisbane Portrait Prize is a contemporary portraiture competition showcasing artists and the unique character of our city.

This year the finalist exhibition will be hosted in the State Library of Queensland, situated in the premier arts precinct of Brisbane. The slq Gallery provides an ideal setting to showcase the finalist artworks, creating a welcoming and approachable environment for all attendees.

We are proud to collaborate with the State Library, an institution dedicated to collecting and preserving Queensland's cultural heritage. This partnership allows us to continue telling the compelling stories of Brisbane artists and their sitters.

The relocation of the Brisbane Portrait Prize to the slq Gallery not only enhances the overall art experience for the public but also signifies the growth and evolution of our portraiture competition. We are excited about this opportunity to further elevate the profile of the Brisbane Portrait Prize.

Bookings

No bookings required. 

Exhibition open daily 3 August – 10 November:

  • 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday
  • 10am – 5pm Saturday and Sunday

Venue

State Library of Queensland

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