Established in 1992 by Griffith Regional Art Gallery, the National Contemporary Jewellery Award (NCJA) is a biennial award that brings together contemporary applied arts, visual arts and design practice. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, NCJA attracts Australia’s leading contemporary object artists and expands the boundaries of the art of human adornment.

Entry Fee
A $40 entry fee for each piece entered will be charged to cover administration.
This entry fee is non- refundable. The entry fee must be paid by the application closing date to finalise the entry.

Entries close 5pm Friday 16 September 2022

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Submission

Entries can be submitted online via our Online Application or you can download the Paper Application and email the completed form back to ncja@griffith.nsw.gov.au along with high quality digital images, CV and an artist statement.

Awards
• $6000 National Contemporary Jewellery Award (acquisitive) Sponsored by Griffith City Council
• $1000 Design Excellence Award (acquisitive) Sponsored by Griffith City Council