Exhibit with us
The Basil Sellers Exhibition Centre's annual exhibition program celebrates local and national creative arts and contemporary culture by supporting and showcasing a cross section of artistic practices.
Each year we invite submissions from solo and group exhibitors for inclusion in our annual exhibition program. Artists are invited to apply for a slot at the Bas, the Mechanics Institute, or both.
Expressions of interest for 2026 exhibition program closed on Monday 26 May 2025.
If you are interested in exhibiting with us, you can find out more about eligibility and submission requirements in the guidelines.
Key dates
- Entries open: Monday 7 April 2025, 8.30am
- Entries close: Monday 26 May 2025, 4.30pm
The Bas
Open to artists and artist groups around Australia.
Successful applicants will receive:
- a 4-week exhibition slot
- $1,000 stipend towards exhibition costs
- professional support with the development of the exhibition
- access to equipment and resources
- promotion through online and printed channels
- opening event
- artist profile on website
- 360 virtual tour of exhibition on the Bas website.
The Mechanics Institute
Open to Eurobodalla artists only.
Successful applicants will receive:
- a 2-week exhibition slot plus install and de-install time
- access to equipment and resources
- promotion through online and printed channels
- $550 stipend for exhibition costs
- venue hire covered.
Guidelines
- Read the Bas exhibition application guidelines (526.9 KB)
- Read the Mechanics Institute exhibition application guidelines (233.4 KB)
More information
For assistance with accessibility or enquiries on the application process, please contact Council's Creative Arts Officer, Sue Blackburn:
- T: 4474 7355
- E: hello@thebas.com.au