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Salon des Refusés Salon des Refusés

Brisbane Portrait Prize

Salon des Refusés
19 Nov-13 Dec
FREE

ABOUT THE SHOW

The Brisbane Portrait Prize story continues beyond the Finalists’ Exhibition through the Salon des Refusés.

Inspired by the historic 1863 Paris exhibition that challenged artistic conventions, the Brisbane Portrait Prize Salon des Refusés celebrates exceptional works that extend the conversation around contemporary portraiture.

Presented at Brisbane Powerhouse on the iconic Turbine Platform, the exhibition invites audiences to discover a curated selection of portraits drawn from this year’s Brisbane Portrait Prize entries. Against the striking industrial backdrop of the Brisbane Powerhouse, these bold and thought-provoking works are given their own moment in the spotlight.

More than an extension of the Finalists’ Exhibition, the Salon des Refusés creates space for different voices, perspectives and approaches to portraiture. It showcases the depth and diversity of artistic practice across the Brisbane Portrait Prize, allowing more artists, sitters and stories to become part of the conversation.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

The Brisbane Portrait Prize celebrates the city of Brisbane/Meeanjin and its people, telling the stories of the courageous, creative and passionate people who make up our city.

FREE

DATES & TIMES

19 NOV 2026 — 13 DEC 2026
9:00AM — 6:00PM

VENUE

Turbine Platform

TICKETS

FREE
$-

DURATION

OPEN 9AM – 6PM (later if shows are on)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Suitable for All ages

ACCESSIBILITY

  • wheelchair_accessible

Accessiblity Information at Brisbane Powerhouse

Presented by The Brisbane Portrait Prize

ABOUT THE ARTIST

The Brisbane Portrait Prize celebrates the city of Brisbane/Meeanjin and its people, telling the stories of the courageous, creative and passionate people who make up our city.