Pro Hart Outback Art Prize
The Pro Hart Outback Art Prize is an acquisitive competition showcasing work in any media which reflects the spirit and diversity of the Australian Outback.
The prize consists of an Acquisitive First Prize, a Non-Acquisitive Second Prize and a People’s Choice Award with a total prize pool of $23,000.
PHOAP recognises the continued support and contribution to the arts by the Hart family. Pro Hart and his oeuvre are synonymous with Broken Hill’s fascinating history and reputation as a regional artistic hub. PHOAP recognises this contribution.
The prize is made possible with the generous support of Raylee J Hart & the Hart family in honour of Pro Hart.
Prizes
First Prize: $20,000 acquisitive
Second Prize: $2000
Peoples Choice: $1000
2025 KEY DATES:
Call for Entries: Tuesday 1st April
Entries Close: Monday 30th June
Finalist Notification: Friday 11th July
Finalist Artworks Due: Friday 8th August
Exhibition Opening & Awards Night: Friday 15th August
Exhibition Dates: 15th August – 2nd November
2025 Finalists
Amanda Western (VIC)
Alison McGann (VIC)
Anita Denholm (TAS)
Ann Rayment (NSW)
Arjen Romeyn (ACT)
Cameron Brooke (TAS)
Chris Byrnes (NSW)
Christine Choi (NSW)
David Doyle (NSW)
Deborah Williams (VIC)
Deb Michell-Smith (NSW)
Diane Quick (NSW)
Eva Beltran (NSW)
Hans Romeyn (NSW)
Jessica Anderson (QLD)
Jo Mellor (NSW)
Juliet Bradford (QLD)
Julianne Ross (NSW)
Karen Stephens (QLD)
Kate Owen (QLD)
Kathryn Hill (SA)
Kelly Leonard (NSW)
Krystle Evans (NSW)
Kylie Daniel (QLD)
Lee Fullarton (QLD)
Lea Durie (ACT)
Linda Balding (NSW)
Louise Lamb (VIC)
Lyn Onton-O'Shea (QLD)
Maree Azzopardi (NSW)
Marie Schmitt (NSW)
Mark Dober (VIC)
Michelle Hazelton (NSW)
Michelle Hazelton (NSW)
Paula Jenkins (NSW)
Paula Martin (VIC)
Peter Sharp (NSW)
Philip Drummond (NSW)
Robyn Kinsela (NSW)
Robyn Zerna-Russell (SA)
Rose Knight (QLD)
Sandra Starkey Simon (SA)
Shanon Bradburn (NSW)
Skye Bragg (NSW)
Steven Lippis (QLD)
Suzanna Hay (NSW)
Victoria Monk (NSW)
Virginia Keft (NSW)
Wayne Elliott (VIC)
Yvette Tziallas (NSW)
Frequently asked questions:
When will the prizes be announced?
Friday 15th August, 2025.
Where can I watch the Prize Announcements?
The event will take place at the Broken Hill City Art Gallery, Friday 15th of August with doors opening at 6pm.
The Gallery will share the wining artworks on their Social Media accounts, once the announcement has been made.
Will you send me a reminder about the event?
Gallery members and finalists will receive a formal invitation to the opening event. Everyone is welcome to attend, so please keep an eye on our social media channels for updates.
Who is the judge this year?
When is the Exhibition Open to the public?
The exhibition will run from the 15th of August until the 2nd of November, 2025.
Do I need to book a time to visit the Gallery?
No, You can visit the Pro Hart Outback Art Prize during regular opening hours without a ticket.
Any other questions?
Contact us here or via phone (08 8080 3444) Monday - Friday.