Paddington Art Prize

The $30,000 Annual National Acquisitive Paddington Art Prize now in its 21st year, for a painting inspired by the Australian Landscape.

The prize was established in 2004 by Arts Patron, Marlene Antico OAM. The prize encourages the interpretation of the landscape as a significant contemporary genre, its long tradition in Australian painting as a key contributor to our national ethos, and is an initiative in private patronage of the arts in Australia.

Founder Marlene Antico OAM created the Paddington Art Prize in order to assist with the monetary difficulties that often impede artists from showcasing their works. As an art student, gallery owner and volunteer guide at the AGNSW for over 10 years, she has underscored her commitment to supporting contemporary Australian artists, aware, of the financial concerns that prevent many artists from devoting themselves entirely to their art practice.

The prize is principally sponsored by Chris Antico, and is co-sponsored by Marlene Antico OAM.