Finalists

New Tides Finalists 2026

The finalists for the inaugural New Tides competition will be announced here following completion of the selection process.

The finalist exhibition will showcase a professionally curated selection of contemporary artworks from artists across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Once announced, this page will include:

• Finalist artworks
• Artist name, artwork title and medium
• Art by the River Award recipient
• Audience Award winner

We look forward to introducing the inaugural New Tides finalists.