Author: Liz Davies

We are delighted to announce that the John Dudley Portrait Prize will be happening again in 2025.  This annual exhibition celebrates the life of a great artist, past president and proud supporter of the arts.  This year, thanks to the generosity of the Dudley Family, the First Prize has been increased to $2000.  There will still be a People's Choice award of $500. Please note that the closing date for entries this year will be Saturday the 21nd of June 2025Opening night is Friday 18th July 7pm at the Hills Hub, Emerald Also note, as per previous years, due to space restrictions entries cannot exceed 1.2m x 1.2m.  Full details, including Conditions of Entry, are available on the Entry Form.