The 19th Artists of the North exhibition, 2025.

The Artists of the North exhibition is a presentation of the talent and skills of our region’s artists.

This year’s dynamic theme, Living Colour captures the essence of Cairns as a vibrant, tropical city, brimming with life and colour. Situated near the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, Cairns offers a stunning natural palette that can inspire a celebration of the vibrant interplay between nature, culture, and human creativity. This theme invites artists to explore the concept of Living Colour in a broad sense, from literal interpretations of vivid tropical hues to metaphorical representations of vitality, diversity, and connection.

Artists of the North attracts some of our region’s top artists – painters, sculptors, potters, and photographers – who will display their work in this annual celebration of all things Queensland. Whether you are a local or a visitor, you will find something that delights or intrigues you within this exhibition.

Artists: This year - due to space limitations - we will be accepting the first 180 entries only, with a maximum of two works per artist. This will be on a first in best dressed approach, with entries closing March 20th, or once the 180 entry limit has been reached.
Please note: Tanks have updated their terms around framed artworks and no longer accept frames with MDF backing. They recommend replacing with corflute and taping all sides to prevent moisture damaging the artwork. Please read the full article on the matter here.

ENTRIES NOW CLOSED

Please read through all Terms and Conditions

Important dates:

Entries open: February 15th

Entries close: March 20th (midnight)

Bump-in: March 31st, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm

Open to public: April 5th

Official launch: April 11th, 5:30pm – all welcome.

Bump-out: May 12th, 9am to 12pm