Tanks Arts Centre is currently refreshing its Visual Arts Program as we prepare for the release of Cairns Regional Council's Cultural Strategy in 2027.
As part of this exciting next phase, our exhibition opportunities and program guidelines will evolve to align with the vision and priorities of the new Strategy.
Artists interested in exhibiting at Tanks Arts Centre, or learning about future opportunities, are encouraged to join our artists' database to receive updates and information as it becomes available.
Artists' opportunities database
For other enquiries, please contact TanksCurator@cairns.qld.gov.au
Free exhibitions are available to local artists (residents of the Cairns Regional Council local government area) who have joined the Standby Register.
These pre-approved artists may be invited, at any stage of the year, to prepare an exhibition at short notice. This invitation may be declined by the artist should they be previously engaged or unable to exhibit at that time without losing they place on the register.
Tanks will offer Standby artists free exhibition space, marketing and installation assistance in return for a 30% sales commission.
Info: visarts@cairns.qld.gov.au