The Linden Postcard Show is in its 35th year and this year there will be over 1200 artworks on display available for purchase. The Postcard Show runs from 6th September to 2nd November in the gallery in St Kilda in Melbourne. This is a much loved fixture in the Melbourne Art scene.
As part of Linden’s commitment to making the Postcard Show accessible for all, First Nations artists and social partners receive free entry, while tertiary students receive discounted entry. On top of that. ten artists from Ernabella Arts, Australia’s oldest, continuously running Indigenous art centre, located in the Northern Territory, will exhibit ceramics and paintings. There will also be 15 artists from Arts Project Australia including Alan Constable, Bronwyn Hack, Chris Mason, Chris O’Brien and Mark Smith, with a range of pieces.
While it is described as a postcard show, there will be a variety of 2 and 3-dimensional works, at affordable prices. This is a chance for both up and coming and established artists to exhibit their works. There are a range of prizes to won including a $2000 sculpture award, and a $1000 First Nations Award. It’s a vibrant and inclusive exhibition that champions accessibility, variety, and community.
This year there will be a Closing Celebration on Sunday 2 November, 1–4PM. Artists and buyers can collect works directly off the wall and celebrate together. The People’s Choice Award will be announced at that event.
The Linden Postcard Show 2025 awards
The Sculpture Award – $2,000
The Henry: Abstract Award – $2,000
The Linden New Art Board First Nations Award – $1,000
The Geoffrey Conaghan and Matthew Erbs Tertiary Award – $1,000
The Rotary Port Phillip Portrait Award – $1,000
The Hive Milton House People’s Choice Award – $500
The Searle x Waldron Architecture Urban Space Award – $500
The Sculpture Encouragement Award – $500
The Frames Now Work on Paper Award – $500 voucher each
The Nina Taylor MP Awards (4 Winners) – $500 each
The Acland Street Village Business Association Locals Awards (4 Winners) – $250 voucher each
The Fitzroy Street Business Association Locals Awards (4 Winners) $250 voucher each
Linden Postcard Show
Opening Day: Saturday 6 September 2025
Exhibition dates: Saturday 6 September – Sunday 2 November 2025
26 Acland Street, St Kilda
For more information check the link HERE
Top image: Petra Rodgers – “A traditional yet contemporary vest”
Courtesy the artist
