Three Faces
Mansfield Portrait Prize
Expressions of Interest close 23 Aug 2026
'The Reveal' 3 Sep 2026
'The Unveiling' 15 Oct 2026


Complete Your Entry Form Online Below
PLEASE NOTE
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Three finalists will be selected following the close of the Expressions of Interest on 23 August 2026
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Each artist will create an artwork in a medium of their choice of the subject who will be an identity from the Mansfield district
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Two public events to be held at the Delatite Hotel in Mansfield - see below.
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FIRST EVENT - The Reveal
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Thursday 3 September 2026. Cocktail party style event at The Delatite Hotel, Mansfield
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Introduction of the three successful artists and the ‘mystery’ sitter. Artist’s photograph and preliminary sketch the sitter.
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SECOND EVENT - The Unveiling
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Thursday 15 October 2026. Dinner event at The Delatite Hotel, Mansfield.
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The winning portraits are chosen by the Mansfield Shire Mayor and the Director/Curator, Benalla Gallery.
PRIZES​
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ACQUISITIVE ADULT PRIZE $2000– Sponsored by Mansfield Shire Council
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The two runner up artists each receive $250
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Artworks not chosen as the winning works can be sold with a commission of 20% to Arts Council of Mansfield.
CONDITIONS
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Expressions of Interest close at 5pm on 23 August 2026.
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Interested Artists need to provide images of portraits or artworks they have previously produced.
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All artists need to be over 18 years old and a resident of Mansfield or surrounds.
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The three participating artists are chosen by the Arts Mansfield committee and the decision is final with no correspondence entered into.
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Artists must attend The Reveal and The Unveiling.
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Each artist works in their own medium, supplies all their own materials and canvases etc.
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The finished artwork must be ready to hang.
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The winning portrait becomes an acquisition of the Mansfield Shire Council.
