Welcome to the Minds Do Matter 2026 online entry form.

This exhibition explores the relationship between art and mental health, celebrating the power of art to be life enhancing and life affirming.

Entry to Minds Do Matter is open to all ages and abilities and acceptance into the exhibition is non-competitive.

You can complete this form in any order. Please save as you go.

You may submit up to three entries. Please complete a new form for each individual artwork. 

You may submit an individual entry AND be part of a group entry. 

Size limitations apply:

2D works -  600 x 900mm approximately including the frame. 

3D - up to 600 x 600 x 900mm approximately or 600 x 900 by 900mm approximately.

For work by artist groups the size limitation is 1200 x 1200mm including the frame.

THEME:

REFLECT: Appreciate the little things

KEY DATES:

Entries close - 11.59pm, 31st July 2026

You will be notified about the status of your entry - mid August 2026

Selected artists will be advised by email mid August of their placement at a gallery chosen at the discretion of RANT Arts. This email will also advise selected artists of the artwork delivery dates for each venue. Artwork must be complete and ready for delivery by these dates. Delivery dates will vary depending on which venue your artwork is accepted to.

EXHIBITIONS:

In 2026 Minds Do Matter will be on display and open to the public at three venues.

Launceston - QVMAG Inveresk - 3rd October - 6th December TBC

Devonport - RANT Arts - 9th October - 13th November

Hobart - Moonah Arts Centre - 25th September - 24th October

Please check each gallery website for opening days and times.

100% of sales go to the artist.

Details regarding exhibition launches will be announced mid September.

For more information go to the Minds Do Matter website.

Read the Terms & Conditions HERE. 

Subscribe for Minds Do Matter updates HERE

For queries please contact Karen on (03) 64116891 during business hours or email karen@rantarts.com

Alternatively you can book a time to speak with Karen HERE.

For queries about the guidelines, deadlines, or questions in the form, please contact Karen on 0364116891 during business hours or email karen@rantarts.com

If you need more help using this form, download the Help Guide for Applicants or check out Applicant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)