Strathnairn Arts

Small Sculpture Prize 2025

Exhibition on show until the 5th of October 2025

The Strathnairn Arts Small Sculpture Prize (SASS) is a national award that celebrates creativity and innovation in small-scale sculpture. Supported by Ginninderry and artsACT, the prize is open to artists of all levels, from emerging practitioners to established professionals. With a prize pool of $14,000, SASS provides an exciting platform for artists to push boundaries, experiment with materials, and share their work with a wider audience.

The finalist exhibition features sculpture created by artists from across Australia selected by an expert judging panel Wendy Teakel, Tom Gray and Amanda Stuart.

Finalists are selected will have their work showcased in a dedicated exhibition at Strathnairn Arts’ Woolshed Gallery, set against the beautiful backdrop of the Brindabella Mountains. Designed to foster artistic growth and spark meaningful conversations, the Small Sculpture Prize highlights the diversity and vibrancy of contemporary Australian sculpture.

SASS sculptures will be available for purchase from Saturday September 6

Glenda Kent, Saphire Ginny 2025, On display in the SASS finalist exhibition 2025

SASS Winners 2025

First Prize | Louis Pratt

The Body Politic

Polylactide, plaster, resin and paint. 48 x 48 x 36 cm

Highly Commended | Tracy Luff

Mat Matter

Cardboard, acrylic. 24 x 35 x 30 cm

Highly Commended | Dan Maginnity

How I learned to stop worrying and love the Arts (my brilliant career)

Book, reclaimed pillow filing & old socks, yoga matt, spraypaint caps, thread, fixings and fastenings. 50 x 20 x 30 cm

Emerging Artist Award | Lorraine Dean

The Shape of Her Silence

Porcelain. 50 x 17 x 13 cm

SASS Finalists 2025

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