Omnia Art Prize & Exhibition

The Omnia Art Prize & Exhibition is a premier annual prize and exhibition celebrating Australian contemporary art. This prestigious $15,000 major prize and, for the first time in 2025, a new $5,000 small sculpture prize, showcases the best of emerging and established contemporary artists nationally.  

A highlight on the calendar of the Melbourne art and design community, the prize winners will be announced at a Gala Opening on 23 May, and the exhibition of over 250 shortlisted artworks available for sale will run across 24-25 May. Proceeds from the event go to the St Kevin’s College Foundation to support students experiencing barriers to accessing education. 

Spanning a diverse array of mediums including oils, acrylics, photography, mixed media and small sculpture, the shortlisted artworks are a vibrant testament to the rich tapestry of cultures, experiences, and perspectives that define contemporary Australia; and a response to both the darkness and beauty found in the world around us. 

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