About the Shire of Harvey Art Prize
The Shire of Harvey Art Prize has returned in 2026 with a vibrant exhibition!
This year’s theme, From the Land, From the Heart, invited artists to reflect on the places, stories and connections that shape their lives. This year, the Art Prize attracted 74 entries, bringing together an impressive collection of artworks from across the Harvey Region and the wider South West.
Visitors are warmly encouraged to attend the exhibition, explore the artworks on display and celebrate the vibrant creative spirit of our region.
Location
- The former Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, located at 78 Young Street, Harvey.
Opening hours
- Thursday, 5 March 2026 – 10am to 2pm
- Friday, 6 March 2026 – 10am to 2pm
- Saturday, 7 March 2026 – 10am to 2pm
- Sunday, 8 March 2026 – 9am to 4pm
- Monday, 9 March 2026 – 2pm to 6pm
- Tuesday, 10 March 2026 – 2pm to 6pm
Entry is free.
While visiting, don’t forget to cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award! Your vote helps recognise the artwork that resonates most strongly with our community.
Celebrating the 2026 Shire of Harvey Art Prize winners
The recipient of the 2026 Overall Award is Everlyn Sturges with The Everlasting Shed.
The recipient of the 2026 Resident Award is Sandie Schroder with On It’s Way.
The recipient of the 2026 Emerging Artist Award is Susie Denton with Colour Me Classical.
The recipient of the 2026 Youth Award is Ashley Andrew with Under The Surface.
The recipient of the 2026 Commendation – Overall Award is Jennifer Blandford with Outback Oz.
The recipient of the 2026 Commendation – Resident Award is Kate Holmes with Shadowed Refuge.
The recipient of the 2026 Commendation – Emerging Artist Award is Colleen Martin with Held by the Horizon.
Celebrating our sponsors
The Shire of Harvey Art Prize would not be possible without the generous support of our valued sponsors.
We extend our sincere thanks to Alcoa, Tronox, the Rotary Club of Harvey and Treendale Farm Hotel for their continued commitment to supporting arts and culture in the Harvey Region. Community partnerships like these play an important role in ensuring events such as the Art Prize continue to thrive.
The Shire of Harvey greatly appreciates the ongoing support of these organisations in helping celebrate and promote the region’s artistic talent.
Photo: Alcoa representative Tom Busher with 2026 Commendation – Emerging Artist recipient Colleen Martin.
Shire of Harvey Art Prize 2026 in pictures
A variety of wonderful moments from the event were captured on the Shire of Harvey Art Prize 2026 Awards Night.
Take a look at the photos below to relive the celebrations and see the exhibition come to life.
