Basil Sellers Exhibition Centre

19/06/2026

This article beautifully captures how the Basil Sellers Art Prize has evolved - shaped by feedback, grounded in care, and built around a simple idea: if artists are the reason it exists, the whole experience should work for them.
From simplifying the entry process to removing unnecessary barriers, the Prize continues to put artists first in meaningful ways.
We’re so proud to see this story shared.
👉 Read the article - https://www.artshub.com.au/news/sponsored-content/the-basil-sellers-art-prize-rethinking-what-it-means-to-welcome-artists-2854817/
🔗 Entries now open - https://thebas.com.au/basil-sellers-art-prize

📷Basil Sellers Art Prize 2024 winner: Windblown trees, Bombo Headland by artist Lexie Watt.

ArtsHub

17/06/2026

We have begun work on the July Arts Canvas.
Share your details by Tuesday 21 June and reach 2,600+ readers.
Email: [email protected]
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📷Pollination, 2022 by Natalie Bateman. Bundjala djinama exhibition Saturday 13 June to 18 July 2026.

15/06/2026

We can’t show you the artworks - so you’ll have to come and see them for yourself.
A rare chance to experience an extraordinary collection of Aboriginal art, featuring nationally recognised and local artists side by side.
📍 Basil Sellers Exhibition Centre
🕙 Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm
📅 Until Saturday 18 July
🔗 https://thebas.com.au/events/whats-on/current/current-bas/art-exhibition-bundjala-djinama-group-exhibition

11/06/2026

The door slides open on bundjala djinama on Saturday 13 June, 10am.
Aimed to coincide with NAIDOC Week, this exhibition celebrates Australian Aboriginal artist and the living stories of culture, Country and connection.

Open Saturday 13 June to Saturday 18 July. Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm
🔗 https://thebas.com.au/events/whats-on/current/current-bas/art-exhibition-bundjala-djinama-group-exhibition

⚠️There is no official opening on Saturday for this exhibition.

09/06/2026

We're big fans of supporting artists wherever we can. Here's another opportunity to explore...

📣 Call for entries for the 'Calleen Art Award 2026' is now open 📣

🎨 The 'Calleen Art Award' is an annual acquisitive painting prize and exhibition. It presents the best of contemporary Australian painting in any style, theme or subject.

🌟 The Award was established in 1977 as an acquisitive art prize by Mrs Patricia Fagan OAM to encourage originality, creativity and excellence in the visual arts, and is made possible by the generous support of the Calleen Trust.

📍 ENTRIES CLOSE Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

📍 EXHIBITION OPENING 6.00pm, Saturday 5 September 2026

📍 EXHIBITION DATES
6 September to 11 October 2026

📍 ENTER ONLINE cowraartgallery.com.au

🎯 'The Calleen Art Award 2026' is open to artists across Australia and this year’s award prize is $30,000. The winning artwork will join the Calleen Collection at Cowra Regional Art Gallery. Visitors are also encouraged to vote in the People's Choice with the winner announced at the end of the exhibition.

09/06/2026

A smile goes a long way.
We’re on the lookout for volunteers to help welcome visitors at Yuin Theatre and Clyde Gallery.
If you enjoy a chat, a friendly hello, and being part of the arts scene, this could be for you.
🕒 Easy 3-hour shifts
📅 Intro sessions coming in July
Curious? Let’s start the conversation.
📧 [email protected]
👉 https://thebas.com.au/about/Volunteer-with-Creative-Arts-Services

07/06/2026

You’ve helped us reach $12,683 - thank you.
$2,317 to go. We’re so close.

We’re raising $15K by EOFY to kickstart Making Space, bringing practising artists into local classrooms for real, hands-on creative exchange. Not just a visit - something students can be part of.

Because creativity builds confidence, curiosity, and new ways of thinking.
If you’re able, now’s a great time to jump in.
👉 Donate: https://thebas.com.au/support-the-bas/donate-now

Already sorted your EOFY giving? We’d love you to keep us in mind next year.

03/06/2026

Have a say in what creativity looks like in Eurobodalla.
Our draft Creative Arts Strategy maps out how Council will support arts, culture and creative life across the shire over the next six years -and it’s open for feedback.
If you’re part of the creative community (or just care about it), we’d love to hear from you.
🗓 Open for comment until Sunday 28 June
🔗 Jump in here:
https://www.esc.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/public-exhibition/on-exhibition/draft-creative-arts-strategy-2026-2032

01/06/2026

Entries are now open for the 2026 Basil Sellers Art Prize.
Take a quick look at the FAQs and terms and conditions - then show us what you’ve got. Submit your artwork by midnight Friday 11 September 2026.
Yours in anticipation…
The Bas team.

For more details head to:
🔗 https://thebas.com.au/basil-sellers-art-prize

29/05/2026

Last chance to step into Beyond the Ordinary

Where birds host tea parties, wear crowns, and quietly dazzle in pen and ink.

Free entry. Come say goodbye. Closing Saturday 30 May, 4pm.

🔗https://thebas.com.au/events/whats-on/current/current-bas/art-exhibition-beyond-the-ordinary-kath-unsworth