Royal QLD Art Society

Abstraction - 2025
2025-07-31 - 2025-08-24
Artists are invited to submit artworks in their own media and style. This may range from art which includes recognisable forms as well as more expressive styles and pure abstraction, or the entrant may be inspired by art movements such as Fauvism, Dadaism or Cubism. We encourage all artists to show us their interpretation of an Abstract or Abstracted Artwork.

The exhibition will be on show from Thursday, 31st of July to Sunday, 24th of August 2025.
*Please note* the gallery will be closed on the Ekka Public Holiday on Wednesday, 13th of August.

Opening and Awards Night
On Saturday, 2nd of August at 7pm, we invite you to the opening of the exhibition where we will be announcing the winners. Drinks will be available for purchase, and nibbles will be provided.
Ticket prices:

RQAS Brisbane Branch Members tickets: $5
Non-Members tickets: $15

Please book your ticket via the Humanitix link below to secure an invite as numbers are limited! JTNDJTIxLS0lMjBBZGQlMjB0aGUlMjBmb2xsb3dpbmclMjB0byUyMHlvdXIlMjB3ZWJzaXRlJTI3cyUyMEhUTUwuJTIwLS0lM0UlMEElM0NzY3JpcHQlMjBzcmMlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRmV2ZW50cy5odW1hbml0aXguY29tJTJGc2NyaXB0cyUyRndpZGdldHMlMkZpbmxpbmUuanMlMjIlMjB0eXBlJTNEJTIybW9kdWxlJTIyJTNFJTNDJTJGc2NyaXB0JTNFJTBBJTNDaWZyYW1lJTIwZGF0YS1jaGVja291dCUzRCUyMjIwMjUtcnFhcy1hYnN0cmFjdGlvbi1vcGVuaW5nLW5pZ2h0JTIyJTNFJTNDJTJGaWZyYW1lJTNF The Royal Queensland Art Society is pleased to announce Moore Australia as the major sponsor for the 2025 Abstraction Exhibition.
Moore Australia is a member of the Moore Global network. With firms across Australia, they provide a comprehensive 360-degree range of audit, business, tax, accounting and consulting services. Working with a diverse portfolio of individuals and businesses of all sizes, they service clients across Australia and internationally, delivering tailored solutions that meet their client’s needs.
We thank Moore Australia for their ongoing sponsorship of the Royal Queensland Art Society, and commitment to supporting the arts in Brisbane.
INFORMATION FOR ARTISTS

Click on the buttons below to view prizes, event dates, entry fees and terms and conditions:

DATES
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PRIZES
In 2025 we are rethinking how we award prizes to recognise the achievements of our Artists.
Rather than 1st, 2nd and 3rd, for this exhibition, three equal prizes will be awarded, acknowledging that there may be a variety of styles and compositions of equal merit, and worth of recognition for different reasons. [bg#d05c49;c#ffffff],[bg#d05c49;c#ffffff;b]Prizes,[bg#d05c49;c#ffffff;b]To%20the%20value%20of|1,Three%20Equal%20Prizes,%24500%20per%20artist|2,Peoples%20Choice,People%E2%80%99s%20choice%20will%20be%20awarded%20at%20the%20end%20of%20the%20Exhibition.%20Winner%20will%20receive%20free%20Membership%20to%20RQAS%20Brisbane%20Branch%20for%2012%20months.
ENTRY FEES
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Entry
1.1 Entry fee $50 per artwork (RQAS Brisbane Branch Members $30). Entry fees are not refundable and non-transferrable.
1.2 Entry forms can be completed either:

on the RQAS website,
emailed to: entries@rqas.com.au

or are to be returned to Petrie Terrace Gallery at Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace Brisbane.

1.3 The successful completion and submission of the entry form, image(s), process brief and payment will be considered as receipt of payment and entry only. The gallery will email you to confirm your place in the exhibition or if we need further information about your entry.
1.4 A selection process will be conducted. After the submissions have been processed, all artists will be advised if they have been selected as a finalist or not. Only finalists will have their work exhibited in the Gallery.
1.5 Artwork must not have won a prize in any other competition. Artwork must not have been entered in an RQAS-sponsored competition in the last two years.
Delivery
2.1 Artworks to be delivered to the Gallery on bump in day at 3/162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, QLD, 4000.
2.2 If you are not able to deliver at this time please contact the gallery to make alternative arrangements once your entry form has been submitted.
Artwork
3.1 Entries must be the original work of the exhibitor, and not infringe the copyright, moral rights or other rights of any third party. If you are submitting a portrait the entrant must have the subject’s consent to enter the artwork in this exhibition including ensuring they understand the artwork may be displayed to the public.
3.2 This exhibition does not accept entries that were completed in whole or in part by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
3.3 Exhibitors agree to images of their work being reproduced in print and online for promotional purposes, to this end please include a digital jpeg file with your online entry or email to entries@rqas.com.au. Save file as “yourname_artworktitle”
3.4 All works need to be easily carried by 1 person.
3.5 Each artwork must not exceed 1.5m in width.
3.6 Entries are accepted, displayed, and returned at the owner’s risk. Freight and insurance are also the owner’s responsibility. All care will be taken, but no responsibility accepted for loss or damage.
3.7 Any questions artists have during installation must be addressed to the Operations Manager or their representative.
3.8 Should any dispute arise where no specific ruling is laid down the RQAS Brisbane Branch committee’s decision is final.
Presentation
4.1 Artworks MUST be clean, dry and professionally finished (such as, but not limited to: squared up, with no damage to work or frame). Any artwork not professionally finished will not be able to be placed on display.
4.2 Framed or otherwise mounted artworks must be ready to hang using “D” rings placed approximately 5 -10cm from the top of the frame. Wire or string is not required.
4.3 Clearly mark the artist’s name, contact details, title of work, and price on the artwork.
4.4 Artworks will only be displayed at the absolute discretion of the Gallery.
We will not display artwork deemed unsafe, offensive, or unsuitable.

Sales
5.1 Artwork must be for sale, please allow for RQAS commission and any applicable GST when setting price. Artists aged 17yrs or under DO NOT have to list their artwork for sale, but must notify gallery at time of entry.
5.2 The gallery will charge 27.5% commission (including GST) on all sales.
5.3 Artists will be paid for any sales after the end of the exhibition OR when artworks have been paid in full.
Pick up/Bump Out
6.1 Entries may ONLY be picked up at the end of the exhibition. Bump out is Monday, 25th of August between 10am – 12pm.
6.2 Works not collected within three months of the exhibition closing date may be disposed of at the discretion of the RQAS Management Committee.
Events & Prizes
7.1 All entrants and their guests must book in to the Opening event and purchase a ticket if they wish to attend.
7.2 Prizes to the value of:

Three equal prizes

$300 per artist

People’s choice will be awarded at the end of the Exhibition. Winner will receive free Membership to RQAS Brisbane Branch for 12 months.

Finishing and Professionalism for Artwork Entered into RQAS Exhibitions

When entering artwork into RQAS exhibitions, the artworks need to be presented and finished in a professional manner. This helps the gallery to create a cohesive exhibition with a professional look, as well as ensuring the hanging process is easy and safe for our staff and volunteers.
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXHIBITION TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR MINIMUM FRAMING REQUIREMENTS.
Artworks must be clean, dry and professionally finished before being delivered to the gallery. This includes cleaning the glass and wiping off any dust that may have accumulated while in storage.
To download guidelines and view images please click here
Painted Edges & Framed Works
If works on stretched canvas are not framed the edges of the canvas must be cleanly finished. Artists may choose to paint the edge a single colour such as grey or a colour that complements the artwork, see Figure 1, or you may complete the artwork in the “round” as in Figure 2. In the “round” means to extend the painting around the edge of the canvas. Essentially, the edges should not have random marks, such as fingerprints or paint drips.
D Rings
Framed artworks and works on canvas (or otherwise mounted) must be ready to hang on the wall using medium or large sized “D” rings placed approximately 5-10cm from the top of the frame. Attach hooks facing upwards and on the outside of the canvas frame, as pictured in Figure 3. Wire or string is not required. However, if you would like to add wire or string, please see Figure 3. As you can see the wire is further down the canvas and is not attached to the top “D” ring.
Squaring Up
To determine if a rectangular or square canvas is “square” or “squared up”, measure the diagonal of the canvas/artwork, and it should be the same length both ways. Please refer to Figure 4.
Foxing & Mould
Foxing is an age-related process of deterioration that causes spots and browning and can appear as brown, yellow, or red stains on the paper or canvas. If it appears on an artwork mat, the work must be reframed with a new mat. If it appears on the canvas or paper, it must be treated and repainted, so it is not visible.
Artwork Labels
Clearly mark the artist’s name, contact details, the title of work, and price on an artwork label, to be placed on the back of the work. We need this information to easily identify your artwork before the exhibition labels (didactics) and catalogue are printed for the exhibition. Some artists choose to write this information on the back of the frame/canvas directly. You may also choose to include this on a removable/temporary label, or on a permanent label or “Certificate of Authenticity”.
Entries have now closed for Abstraction.
