The Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition is South Australia’s ultimate celebration of emerging creative talent.
Showcasing the bold works of 18 standout graduates from Flinders University and the University of South Australia, this must-see exhibition was at SASA Gallery between Friday 14 February and Saturday 22 March 2025.
Graduate works across various disciplines were displayed, including ceramics, glass, moving image, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and textiles.
The Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition has a long history of being a launchpad for the next generation of artistic talent in our state. This year, over 1000 people visited the gallery to celebrate the next generation of South Australian artists and see new works from emerging creatives on the rise.
12 awards valued at over $53,000 were presented at the Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition Opening Night. We’re thrilled to introduce some new awards in 2025: the Mount Horrocks Wines Award from Stephanie Toole, valued at $5,000, and the South Australian Industry Award, proudly supported by JamFactory, SALA Festival and Guildhouse, valued at $3,490 (including $1,800 cash).
Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition 2025
SASA Gallery
University of South Australia
UniSA Kaurna Building, City West
Fenn Place, Adelaide
Graduate Exhibition Award Ceremony
Thursday 13 February 2025
5:45pm – 6:20pm (doors open 5:30pm)
Allan Scott Auditorium
Graduate Exhibition Opening Night
Thursday 13 February 2025
6:30pm – 9:00pm
SASA Gallery
Exhibition Dates
Friday 14 February to Saturday 22 March 2025
Gallery Open: Wednesday – Saturday, 10:00am – 4:00pm
MAJOR EVENT PARTNER
Lang Family Foundation
PRESENTING PARTNER
University of South Australia
Image: Martin Brine, Forces of Nature #7. Glass sheet, slip-cast porcelain, distressed steel rod, Myponga stone. Photo by Sam Roberts.