2022 Annual Appeal
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2022 Annual Appeal
SUPPORT THE NATIONAL ART SCHOOL
SUPPORT EMERGING ARTISTS
The National Art School is Australia’s leading independent fine art school. We are at the forefront of studio-based practice and industry-led visual arts education.
With the end of the financial year approaching, we invite you to donate now to the National Art School and the education of the next generation of Australian artists.
When you contribute to the National Art School Annual Appeal you safeguard our unique studio-based model and enable it to thrive and grow.
The National Art School welcomes support of all levels, and we are delighted to acknowledge individual donations of $1,000 and above as part of the NAS Patron Program.
All donations over $2 are fully tax deductible.
YOUR DONATION CAN SUPPORT:
First Peoples Program
School outreach initiatives; scholarships for First Nation students and professional development opportunities.
Support the mentorship and pastoral care of all First Nation students.
NAS Open – Outreach and Regional
Non-degree courses and programs to engage local, regional, and national audiences in arts practices.
Support a dedicated outreach education program and break down barriers for a wide range of primary and high school students and teachers.
Academic and Studio Programs
Fine art studio education led by experienced artists with twice as many studio hours as any comparable course.
Support access to state-of-the-art equipment and training and assist students through the delivery of scholarships.
Donate today through the link below, or if you would like to find out more, please contact our Development Team on (02) 9339 8745 or philanthropy@nas.edu.au.
Latest News
Friday 27 February 2026
Friday 27 February 2026
Congratulations to National Art School alum Tommy Carman as the recipient of this year’s Prudence MacLeod Prize. Supported by the Lansdowne Foundation, Tommy will undertake a 6-month residency at Acme Studios, London from July this year. Selection Panel Statement The selection panel was thoroughly impressed with the high calibre of applications across a diverse range of practices. The shortlisted…
Thursday 26 February 2026
Thursday 26 February 2026
Made possible through the generous support of Sam Watkins, PIMCO Australia, we are delighted to announce a new scholarship that supports a talented First Nations artist undertaking the Bachelor of Fine Art. Congratulations to Matthew Thomson as the inaugural recipient. Matthew, a Worimi country man, grew up in the Maroubra beach / La Perouse area and commences at the National Art School as a BFA…
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Following a short fundraising campaign, the National Art School archive and collections has recently acquired Sydney Gaol, an extremely rare album containing original photographs of our site and building. Our sincerest thanks to all our donors who made this acquisition possible. Email [email protected] to make an appointment to view this new acquisition.
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