Staff and Alumni Biennale 2026

The Staff and Alumni Biennale is an inaugural visual art exhibition. We aim to celebrate the creative professional achievements of staff and alumni. Bringing together artists working across diverse media and disciplines, the Biennale highlights the ongoing creative dialogue between teaching and professional practice. As both a celebration of achievement and a platform for new work, the exhibition affirms the enduring impact of the school’s creative community and its contribution to contemporary art.

IMPORTANT DATES

Entries Open: Monday 11 May.

Entries Close: Monday 20 July, 5PM.

Email Notification of Selection: Tuesday 11 Aug.

Exhibition Dates: 3 Sept – 6 Sept 2026.

Exhibition Opening: Thursday 3 Sept, 5:30 – 8PM.

Exhibition hours: Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th, 10AM – 3PM.

SELECTION CRITERIA

2026 Theme – Clouds

Demonstrated artistic merit and clear relevance to the exhibition theme.

Representation of diverse voices, perspectives, and artistic practices.

Practical feasibility of installation within the exhibition space.

Respect for all individuals and communities, including adherence to appropriate cultural and Indigenous protocols.

ARTWORK ELIGIBILITY

Artists must be past or present Daramalan staff or alumni of Daramalan College.

2D, 3D, and video works accepted. 3.

2D works must not be greater than 180 x 180 cm. 3D works must not exceed 8kg.

Artworks must have been made within the past two years.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) must not be used in the creation of submitted works.

Artists must comply with Australian Copyright and Moral Rights legislation.

Copyright of each artwork must belong to the artist.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

Maximum of three artworks per entrant.

Selected artists will receive detailed instructions for delivery and pickup upon notification.

Insurance for artworks is the sole responsibility of the artist.

All artworks must be completely dry at the time of delivery and fitted with Drings for secure hanging.

If you would like to offer your work for sale, your Instagram and website details will be used to help potential buyers connect with you. Please include these details in the application form.

By submitting work, the artist acknowledges and accepts that artworks may be photographed by Daramalan staff and visitors. These images may be used for promotional and marketing purposes. Every effort will be made to respect the artist’s moral rights.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete the Entry Form and email to:

[email protected]