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

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.

Monday 23 February 2026

An exclusive new commission opportunity is now open to National Art School alumni who have graduated within the past five years, made possible through NAS Foundation member and award-winning architect and interior designer Blainey North. Fishnets, a new Japanese restaurant opening in Bronte, is seeking an artist to create a large-scale artwork across the restaurant interior and exterior. This is …

Thursday 11 December 2025

Major AwardsClitheroe Foundation Master of Fine Art Scholarship (2 x $10,000) Jed Payten and Nikita Maricic Lift Off Award ($20,000) Frankie Abroon Standish and Co. Scholarship ($5,000, mentorship, and $5,000 voucher) Harri Barnes Fire Up Award ($5,000) Lihnida Krstanoska-Blazeska Fire Up Award Highly Commended ($1,000) Cristelle Cabrera East Sydney Doctors Scholarship ($5,000) Rose Rigley Nation…

Tuesday 30 September 2025

We are pleased to welcome three distinguished individuals to our Board of Directors. Each of our new board members brings a wealth of expertise, insight, and passion for the arts. Their diverse backgrounds and commitment to creative excellence will play a pivotal role in guiding NAS into its next chapter. Please join us in warmly welcoming: Emilya Colliver, Helen Lochhead AO and Lucy Keeler. Em…