The Bald Archy Prize returns for 2025

Source: The Bald Archy Prize returns for 2025 | Council News

The Bald Archy Prize is back!

Submissions are now open for the very best satirical art for the 2025 Bald Archy Prize, with a $10,000 first prize up for grabs.

The late Peter Batey OAM, who began the Prize in 1994, always insisted it be open to every artist, irrespective of style or age.

Museum of the Riverina Manager Luke Grealy is encouraging artists from all over Australia to enter.

“We’re calling for artworks that demonstrate wit and irreverence, farce and black comedy, and preferably featuring an Australian identity who is distinguished in art, science, letters, politics, sport or the media,” Mr Grealy said.

“The Bald Archy Prize was started by Peter as a send-up of the prestigious portraiture award, the Archibald Prize, and since then has become an iconic event on the Australian art calendar.

“It appeals strongly to those who wouldn’t normally visit an art gallery.”