The Bald Archy Prize 2025

Next date: Wednesday, 23 July 2025 | 11:00 PM to Sunday, 10 August 2025 | 04:00 PM

The Bald Archy Prize is Australia’s premier satirical portrait competition, internationally recognised for its irreverent humour and fearless wit. Established as a tongue-in-cheek alternative to traditional portrait prizes, it celebrates the lighter side of art and the larrikin Australian spirit.

Judged by the inimitable Professor Maude, a sulphur-crested cockatoo and the world’s only avian art critic, the prize features portraits that are bold, provocative, and delightfully absurd. Past winning subjects have included Kerry Packer, Shane Warne, John Howard, Pauline Hanson, and other larger-than-life Australian figures.

Expect portraits that will make you think, make you talk, and most importantly, make you laugh.

OPENING NIGHT EVENT

Join us to celebrate the opening of the Bald Archy Prize exhibition.

Friday 11 July 2025, 6pm
Free entry | All welcome
Light refreshments provided | Bar facilities available