Participation opportunities 

We invite artists to participate in the exhibition in the following ways:

1. Enter your artwork in the exhibition

Submit your artwork for free:

• We welcome submissions of existing and new artwork that resonates with the theme of "Bridging Now to Next."
• Register your participation by 30 April 2025
• Deliver your artwork to the Art Gallery (18 Egan Street): 5 - 9 May 2025

2.Submit a quote to create a communal artwork

Co-create a communal piece with a workshop element

• Host a workshop at the Community Art Hub. Your workshop should respond to the brief and create part of a collaborative artwork for the NRW25 Exhibition.
• Submit your proposal and quote via email to: Lammens.s@carnarvon.wa.gov.au or in person at the Community Art Hub or Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery.
• Workshops can be hosted, promoted, and funded through the Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery and Community Art Hub.
• Ownership of these communal artworks will be negotiated with the artist by arrangement. Depending on the nature of these artworks, they can be considered for inclusion in the Shire and Community Art Collection, or considered for further display.
• For information about NRW25 workshops and events, please visit the Facebook pages of both the Community Art Hub and the Library & Art Gallery

3.First Nations opportunity 

Have your artwork considered for the Reconciliation Action Plan cover artwork

• First Nations artists can submit their artwork for consideration as the cover of the Shire of Carnarvon’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2025-2027.
• A review panel will assess the artwork The selected artwork will receive $1,000 and be featured in the RAP and an exhibition.
• To apply, select: Consider my artwork for the Shire of Carnarvon Innovate RAP 2025-2027 when registering.

Community Art Hub support 

The community Art Hub is the home of creations for the Reconciliation Exhibition. Drop into the Art Hub from Monday – Friday, 9am-3pm to get started on your artwork.

Create at the Community Art Hub (materials supplied!):

• All equipment and art materials required for your entry into the Reconciliation Exhibition can be supplied for free via the Community Art Hub for members.
• Membership is free. Speak to Art Hub staff about membership.

Who can participate?

• This exhibition is open to absolutely everyone with a connection to Carnarvon.
• Reconciliation is everyone's business. As a community, we all live together and call this region our hone, and we believe that everyone's voice and perspective are valuable to the conversation of reconciliation.

Type of artwork 

All forms of artwork are welcome and celebrated, including:

• Painting
• Sculpture
• Photography
• Drawing
• Textiles

Please speak to Art Gallery Officer to discuss your work, as we would like to accommodate alternative styles of work wherever possible.

What's in it for you?

• Sell your art: Opportunity to sell your artwork directly to the community through the Art Gallery
• Community showcase: Have your artwork displayed in a professional exhibition, reaching a wide audience and sparking meaningful conversations.
• Art supply sponsorship: While there is no cash prize, we will offer sponsored art supplies to support your creative endeavours through the Community Art Hub; or artists can also submit a quote and receive payment for submission of communal pieces
• Belonging: Join a welcoming community that values and celebrates your artwork on Reconciliation Week.

Terms & Conditions of Entry

Information Booklet Reconciliation Exhibition 2025