Noble Park Community Centre Art Show

07/09/2026

Just FOUR weeks left to get your entries in for our 2026 Show!

Visit https://www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter to submit your entry form today!

02/09/2026

Entries are now open for the 2026 Noble Park Community Centre Art Show!

Calling all artists of all ages — submit your entry and be part of this exciting community exhibition.

Fantastic prizes are up for grabs, with awards recognising outstanding artworks across a range of categories. Whether you’re an emerging artist or an experienced creative, there’s a chance to have your work celebrated and rewarded!

Visit www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter to submit your entry form today.

27/08/2026

The Max Bartlett Award is a long-standing prize of our show, established after Max’s passing in recognition of the contribution he made to the show and the artistic community.

Today, the Max Bartlett Award recognises the best non-traditional artwork, an artwork that may not fit neatly into another category, or that demonstrates an unusual or diverse approach to artistic expression. It’s a celebration of artists who think outside the box and demonstrate that great art doesn’t always fit into a standard label.

Artworks may include mixed media, pastel, aerosol, experimental techniques, or other works that challenge traditional categories.

In many ways, this award reflects the spirit of creativity and individuality that makes community art shows so special, giving artists the opportunity to be recognised for work that doesn't necessarily fit within the usual boundaries.

Entries close on Monday 5 October 2026. Enter via https://www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter

26/08/2026

Calling all artists, young creatives, schools and photography enthusiasts! The Noble Park Community Centre Art Show is back in 2026, celebrating the incredible creativity and talent of our local community and there is an amazing range of prizes and awards to be won!

OPEN AWARDS
Noble Park Public Hall Trust – 1st Prize — $1,000
Noble Park Public Hall Trust – Runner Up — $500
Max Bartlett Award — $250
Fred Woodman Best Watercolour — $250
Best Oil/Acrylic — $250
Best Photograph — $250
Best Pencil — $250
Encouragement Award — $150
Jalee Impressions Best Presented
Jalee Impressions Runner Up Best Presented
Jalee Impressions Third Best Presented

JUNIOR AWARDS
Primary Category: Ages 3–11
Secondary Category: Ages 12–17
Club Noble 1st Prize – Secondary — $200
Club Noble Runner Up – Secondary — $100
Club Noble 1st Prize – Primary — $200
Club Noble Runner Up – Primary — $100
Jalee Impressions Best Presented
Jalee Impressions Runner Up Best Presented
Jalee Impressions Third Best Presented

OTHER AWARDS
Roz & Terry Blades Award — $50
Heather Duggan Award — $150
Olguin Basaldua Award — $150
Popular Vote Award — $100

SCHOOL AWARDS
Lions Club Noble Park/Keysborough – Best Local School Display — $500
Lions Club Noble Park/Keysborough – Runner Up Local School Display — $250
Mitchell Encouragement Award — $50

HOW TO ENTER
Entries for the 2026 Art Show must be submitted online by 12pm, Monday 5 October 2026 at https://www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter

The exhibition is FREE to visit and runs from Friday 16 October to Sunday 18 October 2026.

Whether you're an experienced artist or entering your work for the very first time, this is a wonderful opportunity to share your creativity, connect with the community and have your artwork recognised.

A huge thank you to all of our generous sponsors and supporters who make these prizes possible.

Get your artwork ready and enter today!

24/08/2026

We are excited to invite local photographers to enter their photographs into this years Art Show, 16 October - 18 October 2026.

Whether you’re an experienced photographer or an enthusiastic beginner, we’d love to see your creativity, unique perspective and favourite moments captured through the lens.

If you have photographs you’re proud of, now is the time to enter. We encourage all photographers to get involved and showcase their work.

Entries are open until 5 October. Artwork in all 2D mediums are accepted

To enter visit https://www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter

If you would like more information contact us on 9547 5801 or [email protected]

03/08/2026

Entries for the 2026 Art Show are now open until Monday 7 October!

To submit you entry form visit www.npccartshow.org/our-show/enter
For more information contact [email protected]

15/07/2026

The Greater Dandenong City Council is currently developing a Creative and Cultural Strategy bringing together Council’s arts, culture, heritage and libraries under a new strategic framework. This exciting project will help guide Council's activities and investment in these areas over the next 10 years. As a valued member of the creative community, they would love to hear your thoughts and ideas.

Complete the Artist and Cultural Practitioner Survey
This survey is open until Sunday 26 July 2026. There is a survey for artists and cultural practitioners.

Attend a Strategy Workshop
The project team is also hosting workshops for creative cultural sector stakeholders at the following times:
Online: Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 6pm online - Register
In-person at Dandenong Library: Saturday 18 July 2026 at 11am or 2pm - Register

They look forward to hearing your ideas and ensuring the voices of artists, creatives and cultural practitioners are reflected in the Strategy. If you have any questions, please contact the City of Greater Dandenong’s Creative and Engaged Cities Team on 8571 1000.

05/07/2026

Our Place in Democracy: Community Voices Through Art was launched on 3 July at Noble Park Community Centre (NPCC) with state MPs Shaun Leane and Ann-Marie Hermans.

The project brought together local artists of diverse ages and cultural backgrounds in creative workshops and conversations with MPs.

They explored how individuals can contribute to positive local change, take part in civic life and how art can inspire dialogue, connection and a stronger sense of belonging.

A unique community-art exhibition at Noble Park has put democracy under a creative microscope. Our Place in Democracy: Community Voices Through Art was launched on 3 July at Noble Park Community Centre (NPCC) with state MPs Shaun Leane and Ann-Marie Hermans. The project brought together local artist...

02/06/2026

We are excited to be planning our 2026 Art Show, a celebration of creativity, culture and community. We are currently seeking sponsors to help bring this wonderful event to life.

Partnering with our Art Show provides a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business while supporting a vibrant community event. Sponsors will receive valuable exposure through event promotions, social media, marketing campaigns, on-site recognition and engagement with a diverse audience of art enthusiasts, community members and visitors.

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit different levels of involvement and welcome both financial and in-kind support.

By becoming a sponsor, you'll be helping us create an inspiring event that celebrates local talent, encourages cultural engagement and brings our community together.

If you would like to learn more about our sponsorship packages please contact us at [email protected] or 9547 5801.

25/05/2026

The Australian Parliament House Artist-in-Residence program is now open for expressions of interest. The program is open to artists at any stage of their career, and it offers unique access, providing artists the opportunity to spend time developing their practice and creating art that presents a new and fresh perspective on Parliament House.

The successful artist will receive benefits including:
• an artist’s fee for the research stage of $10,000
• an additional commission fee for new work of up to $30,000
• travel and accommodation allowance of up to $15,000
• access to a workspace within the Parliamentary Library.

Expressions of Interest close on 16 June 2026.

More information about the program, including how to apply, can be found here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Visit_Parliament/Art/Parliament_House_Artist-in-Residence