Announcing the 2026 Mandorla Art Award Theme: “What is Truth?”
“I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself.” – Genesis 3:10
The 2026 Mandorla Art Award invites Australian artists to reflect on the profound and ancient question: What is Truth?
Drawing from Genesis 3:10, this theme evokes the moment of human vulnerability and fear in the face of divine encounter. It calls artists to explore the complexities of shame, identity, disobedience, and the search for truth in a fractured world.
To guide artistic interpretation, eight powerful commentaries from theologians, ministers, and scholars explore this theme from diverse angles. Download the Commentaries below for further reading and inspiration for the 2026 award.
https://mandorlaart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Theme-Commentaries-V3.pdf