Telstra NATSIAA is the longest running and most prestigious celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture. For over 40 years, the Telstra NATSIAA has provided a platform for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to showcase their diverse practices and cultural expressions on the national stage. An important part of Australia’s cultural calendar, the Telstra NATSIAA honours established, mid-career artists and emerging artists.
Each year artists come to the fore and are recognised for their works of significance, strength and cultural integrity. Many respected Elders have graced the Awards over the decades sharing their knowledges and encouraging the next generation. Similarly, it is through Telstra NATSIAA many acclaimed artists debuted innovations in their practice or first shared their works with their peers and the world.
The 2025 Call for Entries welcomes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to submit their work and be in the running for the following Awards:
- Telstra Art Award – $100,000
- Wandjuk Marika 3D Memorial Award (sponsored by Telstra) – $15,000
- Telstra General Painting Award – $15,000
- Telstra Bark Painting Award – $15,000
- Telstra Work on Paper Award – $15,000
- Telstra Emerging Artist Award – $15,000
- Telstra Multimedia Award – $15,000
To find out more about the 2025 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards, and submit an entry, please visit the website
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