P&F Events

The Radford College Parents & Friends Association is delighted to invite artists to submit their work for the 42nd Artshow@Radford Exhibition, a much-anticipated annual event celebrating creativity, artistic expression, and the vibrant arts community.

Artists working across all mediums and backgrounds are warmly encouraged to participate. The Artshow@Radford provides a wonderful platform to showcase your work, connect with fellow artists and engage with collectors, art lovers, and the broader community.

Event Details
Gala Opening: Friday, 29 May (7 pm)

Public Exhibition: Saturday, 30 May (10 am to 4 pm) – Sunday 31 May, (10 am to 12 pm)

Venue: T.B. Millar Hall, Radford College, 1 College Street, Bruce ACT

Judge: Kacy Grainger, Grainger Gallery

Kacy is returning this year as our guest judge. She is a Canberra-based artist, curator and co-founder of Grainger Gallery, a contemporary gallery dedicated to showcasing emerging and established Australian artists. A graduate of the Australian National University School of Art & Design, Kacy brings both artistic insight and curatorial expertise to her work. Passionate about supporting artists and fostering community engagement with the arts, she plays an active role in Canberra’s cultural scene through exhibitions, collaborations, and arts advocacy.

Prizes:
• First Prize – $2,000 thanks to the Radford College Collegians
• Second Prize – $1,000 thanks to ISC Sport
• Emerging Artist – $500 thanks to the Radford College Foundation
• People’s Choice Award – announced at the conclusion of the exhibition

Student Awards for Junior and Secondary - announced at midday on Sunday, 31 May in T.B Millar Hall. We would encourage all students that have entered their artwork to be available to attend the award ceremony.

Submission Guidelines

Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for full submission details.

Please refer to the FAQ for a brief overview of the Terms and Conditions.

To submit your artwork, please complete the online registration form.

Important Information

• Registrations close: Friday, 15 May. Late entries cannot be accepted.
• Registration fee: $40 per artist (free for Radford College staff, students and collegians).
• Artwork limit: Up to four (4) artworks per artist.
• Gala Opening: Each registered artist receives one complimentary ticket (valued at $25). Guests will need to purchase tickets.
• Artwork transport: Artists are responsible for delivering and collecting their artworks.
• Display period: Artworks must remain on display for the full duration of the exhibition.

Gala Opening Tickets – Friday, 29 May 2026

Each registered artist will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the Gala Opening. Please RSVP to email. Additional guest tickets can be purchased via the ticket link here

Why Participate?

• Selected artworks will be professionally displayed in the Artshow@Radford Exhibition, offering strong visibility and recognition.
• The exhibition attracts art collectors, enthusiasts, and industry professionals, creating opportunities for networking and potential sales.
• Artists will be showcased alongside a diverse group of talented creatives, contributing to a dynamic and inspiring arts event.

We warmly encourage our community, including student artists to take advantage of this opportunity to share their creative vision with the wider community and be part of this long-standing and celebrated exhibition.

For enquiries, please contact Monique Glavonjic, Radford College, Community Engagement Manager
Email: artshow@radford.act.edu.au or monique.glavonjic@radford.act.edu.au

Phone: (02) 6162 6217

We look forward to receiving your submissions and celebrating another outstanding 42^nd Artshow@Radford together.