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Emerging and Re-emerging Artists
3 January - 28 January

An exhibition of emerging and re-emerging artists showcasing original works in a variety of mediums. Emerging artists include those who are 18 years of age or under or a full-time student, those who have been working at their art practice for less than 5 years, artists who have not held a solo exhibition or won a prize in a major competition or artists who are re-entering an art practice after some time away from exhibiting.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries or Submit your entry online
Entries Close: 20 December
Artwork Delivery: 28 December & 31 December
Exhibition Opening Night: 3 January (Click to Book)
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Light and Shadow
7 February - 11 March

An exhibition of original artworks that impart wonderful shadows or that showcase tonal contrast and variation in their composition.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries or Submit your entry online 
Entries Close: 24 January
Artwork Delivery: 1 February & 5 February
Exhibition Opening Night: 7 February (Click to Book)
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FOCUS Photography Awards Exhibition
14 March - 22 April
Open to All Photographers

The FOCUS Photography Awards Exhibition is our annual community photographic exhibition. Open to photographers of all ages and skill levels, this family-friendly community exhibition showcases an array of diverse images from amongst a number of different categories. Individual award prizes are generously sponsored by Mission Beach businesses.

Photographers: Download the Call for Entries or Exhibition Terms & Conditions
Entries Close: 28 February Submit your entry online
Photo Delivery: 8 March & 12 March
Exhibition Opening Night: 14 March (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
Judges' Critique: 15 March (Download the Invitation here)
Winner's Announcement: Download the Award Winners
Wet Tropic Times Article (20 March)
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The Push The Pull
Artworks by Sarah Philips - Solo Exhibition

26 April - 20 May

The Push The Pull is a collection of realist paintings featuring tealight candles juxtaposed in marine contexts. This body of work reflects on the push and pull of the forces both internal and external which govern our experiences. The context of our histories against the immediacy of our present; the beauty and grace of the natural world against the erosion it inevitably demands; the simultaneous helplessness and hope which are inextricable from our passage through life.


Exhibition Opening Night: 26 April (View the Invitation here or Click to Book)
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This exhibition is supported by The Regional Arts Development Fund which is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Cairns Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

Earth & Fire
23 May - 17 June

Elements of earth, ignited by the transformative power of fire, inspire magical and marvellous creations. This exhibition is a visual feast of unique and original 3D artworks inspired by or incorporating the elements of clay, glass, mosaic, wood, pyrography and/or metal.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries or Exhibition Terms & Conditions
Entries Close: 16 May Submit your entry online
Artwork Delivery: 17 May & 21 May
Exhibition Opening Night: 23 May (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
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Art from the Heart
20 June - 15 July

Art from the Heart is a collaborative exhibition of local artists who participate in Mission Arts' weekly Art from the Heart Acrylic Painting Group. From its inception in 2015, this group has evolved into a regular gathering of local painters of all skill levels. Works on display feature a variety of techniques and vibrant and varied subject matter.

Entries Close: 6 June Submit your entry online (AFTH Group only) 
Artwork Delivery: 14 June & 18 June
Exhibition Opening Night: 20 June (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
Background Artwork Image Credit: Rockpool 2 by Ian McCallan, 2023.
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green-fields
new growth

18 July -12 August

green-fields is the latest showcase of unique original works by five North Queensland artists (Carol Giuliany, Lynda Hannah-Williams, Bruce Parry, S. Pullman and Patricia Voltz), known collectively as the "green" painters. Formed in 2010, this group has exhibited on five previous occasions at Mission Arts. A range of diverse painting styles, techniques and mediums (oil, acrylic and watercolour) expressing various themes are on display.

For additional information on the "green" painters & the green-fields exhibition, 
click here.

Exhibition Opening Night: 18 July (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
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Mission Arts Anniversary Awards Exhibition
15 August - 30 September
Open to All Artists | All Mediums

Since opening its doors to the community in August 2011, Mission Arts has showcased the works of talented local & regional artists in an annual awards exhibition. Prized awards, made possible through corporate sponsorships and contributions by local businesses and individuals, are extended to artists in various categories. The Mission Arts Anniversary Awards Exhibition (2025) features 81 original artworks in a variety of mediums.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries or Exhibitions Terms & Conditions
Entries Close: 8 August Submit your entry online

Artwork Delivery: 9 August & 13 August
Exhibition Opening Night: 15 August (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
Judges' Critique: 16 August (Download the Invitation here)
Winner's Announcement: Download the Award Winners
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Get on Board
3 October- 21 October
Open to All Artists | All Mediums

A collection of original works – limited size, unlimited inspiration

Limited only by the set size format of the supplied plywood project board, the Get on Board Exhibition showcases an array of original and eclectic works in a variety of mediums. Whether used as a backing (or canvas) for 2D works or the base for 3D sculptural pieces, the common element (a project board) is transformed with the imagination and inspiration of each artist.


Artists: Download the Call for Entries or Exhibitions Terms & Conditions
Entries Close: 19 September Submit your entry online
Artwork Delivery: 27 September & 1 October
Exhibition Opening Night: 3 October (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
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For the Love of Nature

“Art Saves Lives” artists Yvonne Frizzo and Eve Jorgensen

present their exhibition “For the Love of Nature”

24 October -18 November

Artists Yvonne and Eve possess a love of “plein air” painting.
The joy of being immersed in nature, opening the senses to touch, feel, taste, sight, and sound that Mother Earth has to offer is their “happy place.” This exhibition focuses on the calming effect of embracing the beauty of our surroundings, inviting a piece of it into our homes through art.

Exhibition Opening Night: 24 October (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)
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Christmas in the Gallery

Christmas in the Gallery

21 November - 31 December

 

Christmas in the Gallery, a combined Gallery and Shop offering of lovingly handcrafted affordable art, inspired and created by talented area artists and especially suited for Christmas gift giving.

Artists: Download the Call for Artworks
Artwork Delivery: Mondays & Thursdays (11am-1pm) from 20 October or by appointment.
Late Night Shopping & Christmas Celebration: 28 November (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)