Opportunities

This annual awards exhibition by Auckland Council's Hibiscus & Bays Local Board celebrates artistic and creative practices in New Zealand.

Calling Audacious Artists! Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre wants to support arts projects that are bold, audacious and explorative.

The 2026 residency is an opportunity to live and make art in an Auckland regional park for eight weeks during October and November 2026.

Calling all sculptors! Sculpture in the Gardens returns for its 10th exhibition - an iconic summer outdoor showcase at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Be part of Light Up Whakatāne 2026 – Submit your light art by February 28th!

Artists stretching the boundaries of Fibre and Textiles. Arts Council Nelson are thrilled to announce the call for entries for Changing Threads 2026. Open to all artists currently living in NZ.

Own an established after-school art program in Auckland — a reliable creative income stream designed to run alongside freelance work.

New first prize of $30,000 for Aotearoa's top prize for painted portraiture.

Tour New Zealand in 2026 with award-winning Perform! Education. Delivering interactive, high-energy school shows, inspire young audiences, and be part of a dynamic two-person touring cast.

Taki Rua Productions are holding open auditions for their 2026 touring programme