Welcome to the Minds Do Matter 2025 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 may begin anywhere in this application form. Please ensure you save as you go.

You may submit up to three entries but you must 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:

EMPOWER: Appreciate the little things

KEY DATES:

Entries close - 11.59pm, 11th August 2025

You will be notified about the status of your entry - late August 2025

Late entries may be accepted depending on the date and gallery requirements. Any late entries must be negotiated by emailing karen@rantarts.com or phoning 0364116881.

Selected artists will be advised by email late 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 2025 Minds Do Matter will be on display and open to the public at three venues concurrently:

• Launceston - QVMAG Inveresk - 4th October - 7th December TBC

• Devonport - RANT Arts - 3rd October - 11th October

• Hobart - Rosny Schoolhouse Gallery - 26th September - 19th October

Details regarding exhibition launches will be announced late August followed by invitations.

Artworks are for sale at the artist’s discretion. 100% of sales go to the artist excepting artworks sold at Rosny Schoolhouse Gallery where a 25% commission is applied. Artists from Southern Tasmania should factor this commission into their sale price.

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

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

Click here to read the Terms & Conditions before you begin your entry.

For more information go to the Minds Do Matter website

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