National Art School 2020 Annual Appeal
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National Art School 2020 Annual Appeal
Support the next generation of Australian artists
For over 150 years, the National Art School has been the epicentre of fine arts education and a vital contributor to the arts and cultural sector in NSW.
In 2020, we have seen exceptional disruption to our everyday life, from devastating bushfires to the COVID-19 pandemic. During these challenging times, art students and emerging artists need our support more than ever. Investing in the development of emerging artists is needed to safeguard the future of visual arts practice in Australia.
As the leading art school in Australia, NAS trains the next generation of artists. Philanthropic support is vital to ensure the ongoing viability and sustainability of the National Art School, and it is through this generosity that we can remain at the forefront of visual arts education in Australia.
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Thursday 09 July 2026
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Thursday 09 July 2026
Applications are now open for The 25th Dobell Drawing Prize. The Dobell Drawing Prize is Australia’s leading prize for drawing, and an unparalleled celebration of technique, innovation and expanded practice. Presented at the National Art School in partnership with the Sir William Dobell Art Foundation, this biennial exhibition continues to highlight the enduring relevance and changing role of dra…
Tuesday 30 June 2026
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Tuesday 30 June 2026
Please see below for current and forthcoming exhibitions and events featuring our staff and alumni. Dr Carolyn McKenzie-Craig: Becoming Penguin (Act II) Head of Printmaking, Dr Carolyn McKenzie-Craig, presents Becoming Penguin (Act II) at PARKER Contemporary, Brisbane. The exhibition asks what it means to seek protection from a world that continues to decide who is seen, who is suspected, and w…
Thursday 25 June 2026
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Thursday 25 June 2026
This NAIDOC Week, the theme Fifty Years of Deadly recognises the enduring strength, resilience and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Fifty Years of Deadly is a tribute to the people who built this movement. The Elders who stood firm, the organisers who made space, the artists who turned resistance into expression, and the communities who keep showing up, year after …