Edward River Art Society and the Rotary Club of Deniliquin proudly present the annual Deniliquin Easter Art Prize.
2026 Entries now open
Edward River Art Society and the Rotary Club of Deniliquin proudly present the Deniliquin Easter Art Prize in 2026.
We invite artists from across the Deniliquin region and beyond to enter, with $17,500 in non-acquisitive prizes to be awarded.
Enter online at trybooking.com/DHMSY
Prizes
In 2026 we will award $17,500 in non-acquisitive prizes.
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Major Prize - $5,000
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Artistic Merit Prize 1 - $2,000
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Artistic Merit Prize 2 - $2,000
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Local Artist Prize - $1,000
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Youth Artist Prize - 2 x $300 each
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People’s Choice Award - $500
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Section Prizes - 8 x $800 for best artwork in section
Artists may enter up to 3 artworks across the following sections:
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Mixed Media - Incorporates at least three mediums and materials on any substrate
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Oil - Primarily oil painting on any substrate
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Acrylic - Primarily acrylic painting on any substrate
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Works on Paper - Wet Mediums - Wet mediums (watercolour, pen and ink) on paper, framed
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Works on Paper - Dry Mediums - Dry mediums (pastel, charcoal, pencil) on paper, framed
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Photography - Black & white or colour photography, mounted or framed
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Sculpture - Three-dimensional sculpture in any material
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Ceramics and Textiles - Three-dimensional non-sculptural artworks in materials including ceramics, textiles, fabrics, and paper
About the Deniliquin Easter Art Prize
The Deniliquin Easter Art Prize is a long-running community art events, celebrating 33 years of creative talent.
Presented by the Edward River Art Society and the Rotary Club of Deniliquin, the Prize attracts artists from across the country and this year will award $17,500 in awards and commendations. The exhibition consistently generates around $30,000 in artwork sales, giving artists strong exposure to engaged regional buyers.
Supported by dedicated volunteers, professional judges, and generous sponsors, the Prize has grown from a small local show into a respected annual exhibition on the regional arts calendar.
We welcome artists of all backgrounds to enter and be part of this vibrant and enduring tradition.
Past Prize Winners
