Showcasing Artists with Disability
Thu 3 Dec 2026 – Wed 27Jan 2027
Benalla Visitor Information Centre
14 Mair Street, Benalla
UNBOUND 2026 celebrates the creativity, diversity and contributions of artists with disability to the vibrant tapestry of the broader north east Victorian region.
The exhibition will feature works across a variety of media and subject matter, and five award categories:
UNBOUND 2026 Winner
Highly Commended
Emerging Artist Winner
Emerging Artist Highly Commended
Community Choice Award
The exhibition will also feature a selection of artwork from the Victorian Senior Practitioner’s private collection: 15 years of award-winning works from the VALID Having a Say Conference Art Competition, highlighting the depth and richness of artistic talent across Victoria.
The exhibition is presented to coincide with the International Day of People with Disability, held annually on 3 December.
The exhibition is coordinated by Shared Direction Consulting, and supported by the Victorian Government, and Benalla Rural City Council through Benalla Art Gallery and the Benalla Visitor Information Centre.
There are multiple ways artists and businesses can participate in and support this exhibition. For further information, artist and sponsorship enquiries, please contact:
Tamara Reinisch and Daniel Woods: [email protected]
UNBOUND Founded and Coordinated by
Shared Direction Consulting
UNBOUND 2026 Presentation Partners
Benalla Visitor Information Centre
Benalla Art Gallery
Benalla Rural City Council
Victorian Government
Image: Ryan Healy
The vast scared ocean 2025
Winner of the UNBOUND Emerging Artist Award 2025
Event venue
14 Mair Street, Benalla, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3672
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