This is a two-step entry process. You must complete both steps to submit your application. Please read the steps carefully. There are no entry fees.

Submissions close on Friday 21st August 2026 at 5 PM.

Please read the Terms and Conditions before you begin your application.

Step 1: Online

Please complete this digital form, including a high-resolution digital image(s) of their entry.

Please be aware that this image will be used for the finalist catalogue if selected.

Artists may submit up to 3 pieces of work. Work must be the artist’s own design and execution.

Step 2: Hard copy

Once your digital form has been submitted, please download the information form below and fill this out.

Please post this form, along with hard copies of your images to:

Pushing Clay
PO Box 566
Nelson, 7010

All hard copies must arrive at by Friday 21st August at 5 PM.

Hard copies of work images will be used for the selection process. Please make sure the images portray the work in its best light. Feel free to include close-up images to show details as appropriate.

Please ensure that your name and the title of the work are clearly marked on the back of the photograph.

Hard copy photographs should be no larger than A4 size and will not be returned. Optional descriptors of the entered work should accompany your photograph(s).

For any pātai, or questions, please contact:
Janja Heathfield, Refinery ArtSpace Manager
022 627 5363
refinery@acn.org.nz