The Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year Award 2025
19 Nov 2025 – 14 Dec 2025
Opening - Saturday 6th December | Black tie optional
Frater, Hammond & McCubbin Galleries
The highlight of the Victorian Artists Society's exhibition calendar sees peer-voted finalists across three Seasonal Select exhibitions present works for consideration in the $17,000 Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year Award.
Joan Allison: The Courage of Colour
18 Nov 2025 – 7 Dec 2025
Opening event 1:30pm, 22 November
Cato Gallery
This retrospective exhibition showcases a collection of still life paintings created directly from life, featuring familiar objects and seasonal blooms gathered from Joan's own garden and nature. These intimate arrangements are grounded in personal memory and a deep appreciation for the quiet beauty of everyday moments.
VAS Selects
19 Nov 2025 – 8 Dec 2025
Mackley Room
Running concurrently with the Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year exhibition, VAS Selects celebrates the exceptional breadth and quality of art at VAS throughout 2025.







