Hervey Bay Art Society, AKA Gallery 5, proudly presents the 42nd Annual Acquisitive Competitive Art Competition.
Yes, this exciting competition is now 42 years young – believe it or not! In 2026 the works will hang at Gattakers Art Space, 311 Kent Street, Maryborough between the 25th July and 3rd September.
We celebrate our collection of local and state-wide art with an award ceremony between 12 noon and 2 pm on Saturday 25th,, where. Mr George Seymour, Fraser Coast Mayor, will present the awards. The public are welcome from 2 pm onwards. All artwork is for sale and the 42nd is a must for anyone looking to add to his or her own collection while supporting local artists. We encourage visitors to vote in the People’s Choice award. The winner of this will be announced at the closing of the exhibition. The artwork on show is 2D in nature and explores categories including Land and Seascapes, Australian Flora and Fauna, Figurative and Portraiture, Abstract and Miniature Paintings. The Open Acquisitive section is always the highlight of the exhibition.
Wide Bay has seen many changes in 42 years and visitors can expect to encounter a vibrant art scene here. Able to hold it’s own amongst the best there is, the competition attracts a diverse range of works and has become immensely popular with locals and visitors alike.
Admission is free.
