Emerging Artist: Award, Exhibition and Arts Program
The City of South Perth's biggest cultural event returns in 2025, providing a platform for young and early-career artists to showcase their talents, unlock professional opportunities and connect with the community. For the community, the Emerging Artist Exhibition and Arts Program is an opportunity to immerse yourself in creativity.
Entries open Friday 1 August. The exhibition opens Friday 10 October
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Virtual exhibition
Explore the creative 2024 Emerging Artist Award entries with an online tour of the exhibition.
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2019 Emerging Artist Award winners announced
Winners of the City of South Perth 2019 Emerging Artist Award were acknowledged at Thursday's opening event.
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The City of South Perth would like to thank our Emerging Artist Award sponsors.

Contact – Cultural Development
- Phone 08 9474 0777
- Email events@southperth.wa.gov.au