Local artists invited to exhibit at Braemar Gallery in 2027
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About this tender
Overview Blue Mountains City Council has opened expressions of interest for the 2027 Braemar Gallery exhibition program, offering local artists the opportunity to showcase their work in one of the Blue Mountains' leading community galleries. About Braemar Gallery is located within the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub precinct in Springwood and has showcased artists from the Blue Mountains and surrounding areas since opening in 1988. Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill said Braemar Gallery plays an important role in nurturing the visual arts and celebrating the creative talent of the region, and described the program as an opportunity for artists to share new work, reach new audiences and be part of a vibrant annual exhibition program. Eligibility Applications are invited from Blue Mountains artists seeking to present a solo exhibition of new work Local artist groups and collectives may apply to propose group exhibitions Retrospective exhibitions that include new work will also be considered Artists from neighbouring local government areas including Penrith, Wollondilly, Hawkesbury and Lithgow may also apply where their proposal demonstrates a strong connection to the Blue Mountains and its communities Tender Briefing and Site Inspection Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend an information session and tour the gallery spaces before submitting their proposal. Date: Thursday, 10 September 2026 Time: 5.30pm to 6pm Location: Braemar House, 104 Macquarie Road, Springwood RSVPs for the information session are encouraged by emailing braemargallery@gmail.com How to Apply Applications close Wednesday, 23 September 2026 Emailed applications must be received by 11.59pm on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 Posted applications must be received by close of business on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 The exhibition program will be announced in November 2026 Guidelines, application forms and further information are available at bmcc.nsw.gov.au/2027-braemar-gallery-annual-call-for-exhibitions
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