Information for Artists

Returning for 2026

Submissions of original artworks for our 2026 exhibition will open in the coming months.

Artfest is recognised for showcasing emerging and established local artists. We welcome works across photography, drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking and sculpture.

Artfest takes a commission of 25% of the sale price of each original artwork sold. This commission from sales goes directly to supporting Wentworth Falls Public School.

Key Dates

Delivery of works
Wednesday 4 November 2026

Opening Night
Friday 6 November 2026

Confirmation of sales & collection of unsold works
Sunday 8 November 2026

2025 Prizes

We are delighted to announce Blue Mountains artist Freedom Wilson as our independent judge for this year’s Blue Mountains Artfest.

An accomplished artist, printmaker and arts educator, Freedom’s practice focuses on sustainability and environmental engagement, delivered through multidisciplinary, community-connected art projects.

Her creative work celebrates our local ecology and traverses fine art, illustration, printmaking and installation. As a long term supporter of Artfest and former Feature Artist, we thank Freedom for contributing to this year’s event.

Prizes

2D Artwork Award $500

3D Artwork Award $500

2D & Photography $500

People’s Choice Award $300

Entries Now Open

Submission of original artwork are invited for exhibition and sale in the 2025 event.

Artfest is recognised for showcasing emerging and established local artists. We welcome works across photography, drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking and sculpture.

To enter, complete the online Entry Form below or download a PDF version. Paper copies can be collected from Wentworth Falls Public School Front Office.

Entry fee is $20 for the first piece of work entered and $15 the second with a limit of two (2) artworks per entrant. Fee is to be paid on Wednesday 6.November during delivery of Artworks.

For full details, please refer to the Conditions of Entry below.

Key Dates

Closing date
EXTENDED to Friday 24 October 2025

Delivery of works
3pm-6pm, Wednesday 5 November 2025

Opening Night
Friday 7 November 2025

Confirmation of sales & collection of unsold works
3pm-4:30pm, Sunday 9 November 2025

2025 Artwork Entry Form

General

All artworks are to be submitted for sale;
Artworks are to be exclusively for sale through Blue Mountains Artfest (BMA) for the duration of the exhibition and cannot be sold on any other platform during that time;
Artworks must not have been previously shown in this exhibition;
Artworks must be the original work of the entrant;
Digital and Photographic works must be limited edition, numbered prints;
All artworks must have the Artist’s name, selling price, and title of the work clearly marked on the back;
Limit of two (2) artworks per Artist.

SCENIC WORLD LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE

This prize is open to landscape photographs only.
This photograph must otherwise abide by the size guidelines for other artworks.
When you agree to submit your photograph for this prize, you are agreeing to the following conditions:
1. A soft copy of the Scenic World Photography Prize winning image will be used by Scenic World on social and digital channels to help promote the Blue Mountains region.
2. This is a non-exclusive agreement, and the image may be used or sold to other parties as the artist wishes.
3. Use of the image by Scenic World is for Australia only, and in perpetuity.
4. A high-res jpeg is required, no other restrictions on orientation or format.

Entry Fees, Commission & Payments for works sold

Entry fees are $20 for the first piece of work entered and $15 each for subsequent works up to the limit of two (2) per entrant.
Entry fees may be paid by by cash, cheque or EFT at the time of delivering artworks. Alternatively, cheque payable to Wentworth Falls Public School P&C may be sent with entry forms.
Entry fees are non-refundable.
A commission of 25% of the sale price will be charged on all works sold.
Artists will be paid for works sold, less BMA commission, via EFT into their nominated bank account.
Entries are only confirmed as received upon receipt of a confirmation email from the Blue Mountains Artfest Committee.

Framing & Presentation

Artworks cannot exceed 900mm x 900mm, due to hanging limitations.
All 2D works must be supplied ready to hang and must feature a strung hanging system securely attached to the frame with D-hooks or staples.
Any artwork requiring repair or deemed unsuitable for hanging will be rejected.
2D works must be mounted, framed or stretched over a frame, with suitable hanging system attached (see above).
Artists must supply a suitable plinth to exhibit 3D works.
All paintings must be suitably finished (i.e. dry) and ready for hanging. Wet paintings will not be accepted for hanging.

Curating

BMA is an open exhibition. All submitted artworks are eligible for inclusion however BMA reserves the right to select works to be exhibited.
BMA reserves the right to not exhibit any artwork considered not to be in the spirit of the event, or incomplete.
Due to space limitations not all entries will be displayed. Every attempt will be made to display at least one artwork per artist. The Entry Form will ask artists to nominate an order of preference for hanging. Any entry fees will not be refunded.
Works not selected for hanging can be collected at the nominated collection time;
BMAC reserves the right to determine the way in which selected artworks are hung.

Insurance & GST

Exhibitors are advised to insure their artworks. While every possible care will be taken when handling entered artworks, no responsibility is accepted for loss, theft of damage while in custody or transit, nor for works collected outside the nominated time.
GST is the personal responsibility of artists, should their works be sold.

Cancellation

Should the event be cancelled prior to the event opening due to events outside of our control, including but not limited to fire, flood, or COVID-19 outbreak, all artists will receive a full refund of any entry fees paid.
In the instance the event is cancelled after the official Opening Night has commenced, artists will not be eligible for entry fee refunds.

Delivery & Collection of Artworks

Artworks are to be delivered to the school on Wednesday 5 November 2025 between 3pm and 6pm. Earlier entries will not be received.
All exhibiting artists are expected to present in-person for collection of unsold works and confirmation of sales between 3pm and 4:30pm on Sunday 9 November 2025. Please note, uncollected works cannot be stored.

Conditions of Entry

Acknowledgement of Conditions
is a requirement for entering artwork
in Blue Mountains Artfest 2024.