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• 'Twists and Turns' Book Registration

  • When
    01 March 2026

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  Twists and Turns – Print Book Collaboration Registration

  Ahead of March’s Sunday Skillshare, registrations have reopened for the Twists and Turns Print Book Collaboration.

  To register:

  • One member from each collaborative group must complete the registration.

  • Please include a working title for your book (this can be provisional).

  • List the full names of all group members contributing to the book.

  Deadline: Sunday 1 March

  Please ensure your group’s registration is submitted by this date.  

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• March Sunday Skillshare

  • When
    01 March 2026
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    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Atwell House & Gallery, 586 Canning Hwy, Alfred Cove WA 6154

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  March Sunday Skillshare

  Join us for the March Skillshare as we continue developing the collaborative project Twists and Turns.

  This session will focus on building a clearer and more comprehensive vision of the project, drawing on the concepts developed in previous Skillshare sessions. The emphasis remains on collective processes and collaborative ways of working together.

  This is an ideal opportunity for those interested in connecting with the PAWA community while experimenting with printmaking in a supportive, shared environment.

  Bring a plate to share and the drink of your choice if you would like to stay and be social. Some materials, tea and coffee will be available! 

  Cost is $20.  Click on "Register" below. You will receive an invoice and can pay anytime. However you are welcome to enrol and cash on the day will be accepted.

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• Contemporary Print Media Awards 2026

  • Start
    16 May 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • End
    29 May 2026
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    4:00 PM
  • Location
    PS Art Space, 22 Pakenham St, Fremantle, WA 6160

  
  

  The Contemporary Print Media Awards 2026 is open to all printmakers living in Western Australia. The exhibition will be held at PS Art Space, 22 Pakenham Street, Fremantle.

  Exhibition Details:

  • Exhibition dates: Saturday 16 May – Friday 29 May 2026
  • Opening & awards night: Friday 15 May 2026, 6:30–8:30pm

  Gallery hours:

  • Tuesday–Friday: 10:00am–4:00pm
  • Saturday: 12:00pm–5:00pm
  • Closed Sunday and Monday

  Eligibility & Entry:

  • Artists may submit one print only.
  • Prints must have been made within the last 24 months and must not have been previously exhibited.
  • Entries open Monday 23rd March 2026. Enter online at www.pawa.org.au.
  • Entries close 5:00pm, Friday 24 April 2026.
  • A clear image of the work (resolution 300ppi maximum file size 2MB) must be submitted with your entry.

  Print Media:

  • All traditional fine-art printmaking methods are accepted, including woodcut, intaglio, lithography, screen print, lino, and monotype.
  • Cyanotype prints must include an additional hand-pulled layer.
  • Digital processes may be used in plate preparation only.
  • Final prints must be hand-pulled or press-printed.
  • Digital-only or giclée prints will not be accepted.

  Size & Presentation:

  • Maximum size: 120cm (H) × 80cm (W), including any frame.
  • Unframed works are acceptable.
  • Diptychs, triptychs, or multipart works are allowed if the total size stays within the maximum limit.

  3D Works:

  • Three-dimensional print-based works are welcome.
  • Maximum size: 120cm (H) × 80cm (W) × 80cm (D)
  • Maximum weight: 10kg
  • 3D works must be discussed and approved in advance by emailing admin@pawa.org.au.

  Delivery of Works:

  • Works must be delivered to PS Art Space on Tuesday 12 May 2026 between 12:00pm and 6:30pm.
  • Late deliveries will not be accepted.
  • If you cannot deliver during this time, please arrange an alternative by emailing admin@pawa.org.au.

  Framing & Hanging:

  • Framed works must be professionally finished and ready to hang.
  • Use D-rings and picture cord only (no wire).
  • Works with unsafe or inadequate hanging systems may be refused.

  Labelling:

  Each work must be clearly labelled on the back (bottom right corner) with:

  • Artist’s name
  • Mobile number
  • Title
  • Medium
  • Price

  Sales & Commission:

  • A 30% commission applies to all sales.
  • Prices must include GST, where applicable.

  Conditions:

  • All works must be original. Artists are responsible for copyright compliance.
  • The selection committee reserves the right to reject works that do not meet the conditions or are unsuitable.
  • No changes can be made after entries close.
  • Works must remain on display for the full exhibition period.

  Gallery Sitting:

  All selected artists are encouraged to participate in the gallery sitting roster.

  Care & Collection:

  • All reasonable care will be taken, but PAWA accepts no responsibility for damage or loss.
  • PAWA is not responsible for uncollected works.

  Collection times:

  • Friday 29 May 2026: 4:00pm–7:00pm
  • Saturday 30 May 2026: 12:00pm–5:00pm

  If you need help with collection, or cannot collect during these times, please contact admin@pawa.org.au. Works not collected without written notice may be considered the property of PAWA.

  AWARD CATEGORIES

  • Contemporary Print Media Excellence Award (Acquisitive)
  • Patron’s Award
  • Highly Commended
  • First Nations Award
  • Regional Award (Mandurah is deemed to be metropolitan, Pinjarra is regional)
  • Student Award (pre-grad students eligible only)
  • Peoples’ Choice

  JUDGING PANEL

  Professor Susannah Castleden
  Ms. Carly Lane
  Mr. Ron Bradfield Jnr
  Leon Pericles AM – Patrons’ Award
  

  OPENING SPEAKER

  Jo Darvall

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