MELT Portrait Prize

Saturday, June 12, 2021, 11:30am – 5:30pm The annual MELT Portrait Prize returns, celebrating heroes in the LGBTIQ+ community, attracting exceptional artworks from across Australia. The annual Melt Portrait Prize gives visual artists the creative license to celebrate heroes in the LGBTIQ+ community; whether it be a local icon or an internationally acclaimed personality.  Having developed a reputation for attracting exceptional works of art from across Australia, this highly anticipated portrait prize offers a Judge’s Choice, People’s Choice Prize and Highly Commended.  The result, a stunning exhibition of shortlisted works exhibited throughout Brisbane Powerhouse, featuring a variety of mediums including painting photography, drawing and digital illustration and sculpture.  View the exhibition of shortlisted works as well as discovering the icons that make up our LGBTIQ+ community as you browse the exhibition at Brisbane Powerhouse.   Location: Turbine Foyer Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Venue address: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm Parent event: MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture Event type: Art Age range: Young adults, Adults (30+), Seniors Cost: Free Age: Suitable for ages 15+. Contains adult themes. May contain nudity. Bookings: For more information visit the Brisbane Powerhouse website. Bookings required: Yes