Awarded to an individual Victorian-based artist working in the field of Australian landscape painting, The Urbach celebrates the creative process and acknowledges that artists need time and space to further their creative practice.
Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) invites Victorian-based artists to apply for The Urbach with applications for the $10,000 prize and scholarship encouraging explorations in the field Australian landscape painting currently open.
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The awarded artist will receive a $5000 cash prize and a scholarship stipend of $5000 to support them as they undertake the three-month, non-residential scholarship at SAM’s onsite artist studio from 1 May to 31 July 2025.
In addition to the first prize, two runners-up will each be awarded a $2500 prize in recognition of their time and commitment in
developing their applications.
The Urbach 2025 Details:
- Open to artists working in the field of Australian landscape painting, which includes painting, drawing, and photography.
- Applicants must be living in Victoria.
The Urbach First Prize
- $5000 cash prize
- $5000 scholarship stipend
- 3-month access to the SAM Artist Studio to undertake the scholarship
- Tailored professional development opportunities.
The Urbach Second Prizes
- $2500 cash prize for two runners up in recognition of their time and commitment in developing their applications and presenting to the panel.
Online applications to The Urbach close on 3 March 2025. To view the full eligibility criteria, program guidelines, and commence your application, visit SAM.
