Despard Gallery would like to congratulate the talented artists that have been selected as finalists in this year Fisher’s Ghost Art Award. Tasmanian artist Paul Snell and Sydney based artist Jenny Orchard have both been announced as finalists for this year’s prize which celebrates a range of artists in contemporary and traditional categories. With a range of creative approaches, both artists have a highly distinctive practice and a unique contribution to the contemporary art scene.
The Fisher’s Ghost Art Award is an annual art award and exhibition inviting artists to submit works in a variety of artistic categories and mediums. Now in its 64th year, there is over $60,000 in prize money to be won across the categories, including the coveted Open Award. The winning artwork is awarded $50,000 and is acquired in to the Campbelltown City Council Art Collection.
The Fisher’s Ghost Art Award coincides with Campbelltown’s annual Festival of Fisher’s Ghost. Held over ten days, the Festival dates back to 1956 and celebrates Australia’s most famous ghost – Frederick Fisher.
The winning artist will be announced at the opening night and finalist exhibition on Friday 30 October, held at the Campbelltown Arts Centre. The finalist’s exhibition will be on display from Saturday 26 September – Friday 4 December 2026.
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Read more about the prize and exhibition here.