SOMERSET artists have been invited to produce new artworks for The Show, an exhibition taking place at The Condensery – Somerset Regional Art Gallery from December 2025 to February 2026.

This exciting project will capture agricultural shows held in Somerset townships, reflecting upon personal associations with local shows, the role of nostalgia in the preservation of colonial values, and possible futures for regional community building.

Somerset Regional Council is calling for expressions of interest from artists living in the region to produce the work.

Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Chair and Councillor Kylee Isidro said artists would be tasked with creatively documenting shows.

“We’re lucky to have four shows in Somerset in Esk, Kilcoy, Lowood and Toogoolawah, each having their own rich cultural history and specialty sections, events and displays,” Cr Isidro said.

“This exhibition is an incredible opportunity for Somerset artists to immerse themselves in our local shows and capture what makes them unique.

“In addition, The Condensery will provide artists with curatorial support to develop new artworks, an opportunity to reach new audiences, and pay an artist fee for the display.”

Applications close 4pm Monday, 17 March 2025.

To apply, supply a completed application form, up to five images of your art practice, and an artist CV and biography to thecondensery@somerset.qld.gov.au

For more information and to download an application form, visit: thecondensery.com.au/about/get-involved