2025 CAPO Art Auction.
Come for the art, stay for the spectacle, and maybe even take home a masterpiece.
Explore works by leading regional artists at the Art Auction Exhibition at Belconnen Arts Centre and enjoy free public programs throughout the exhibition period. Then join us for Auction Night — an exciting evening of live bidding, entertainment, food, and drinks. If you can’t make it in person, artworks will be available for online bidding. Register here.
Details below — don’t miss it!
Art Auction.
Join us for the annual CAPO Art Auction, a vibrant evening of art, entertainment, and celebration. This unforgettable night spotlights some of the region’s most exciting emerging and established artists.
Bid on stunning works, enjoy fine wines from Lark Hill Winery, catering by The Lazy Grazer, and a dynamic lineup of live performances—all included in your ticket. Including:
Venus Mantrap: the unforgettable cabaret star who will dazzle as both performer and auctioneer.
Kokoloco Dance: injecting rhythm, movement and colour into the night.
The Two Step Trio: Jacqui Bradley, Matt Nightingale and Kevin Bradley performing a spirited set of old-time string band music.
Natasha Rushka: a live painting session where you’ll witness a new artwork come to life before your eyes
Saturday 18 October, 6:45-10:00pm
Belconnen Arts Centre, $65
Exhibition.
The 2025 CAPO Art Auction exhibition will on display at in the Generator Gallery at Belconnen Arts Centre from 17 October – 30 November 2025. The exhibition will be supported by the Auction Night event and series of public programs.
Public Programs.
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Artists in Conversation: Nicola Dickson, Rebecca Selleck and Julie Bradley
Join us for an artists talk with Nicola Dickson, Rebecca Selleck and Julie Bradley to learn more about their practice and artworks in the 2025 CAPO Exhibition.
Belconnen Arts Centre, Saturday 25 October, 2pm
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Artist Talk and Demonstration: Megalo Print Studio
Join us for a special artist talk and demonstration by Megalo Print Studio as a part of the 2025 CAPO Exhibition series of public programs.
Belconnen Arts Centre, Saturday 1 November, 2pm
Free, registrations required -
Artist Talk: Craft + Design Canberra
Join us for a special artist talk by Craft+Design Canberra on their members exhibiting in the 2025 CAPO Exhibition.
Belconnen Arts Centre, Saturday 15 November, 2pm
Free, registrations required -
Artists in Conversation + Workshop
Artist talk with Julie Ryder, Lisa Cahill, Jo Townsend and Steven Holland.
There will also be a creative workshop with Michele England to participate in.
Belconnen Arts Centre, Saturday 29 November, 2pm
Free, registrations required
FAQs.
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Yes. The 2025 CAPO Art Auction exhibition will on display at Belconnen Arts Centre from 17 October – 30 November 2025.
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To get started:
Visit: galabid.com/capo2025
Click on the 'Register' button
Enter your details and click 'Register'
You will then receive a verification link and the verification code. Either enter the verification code into your device, or simply click the link to complete your verification. You are now ready to bid.
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Once you have registered your account:
Log into your account
Click into the item that you would like to bid on, then enter your bid where the box has ‘enter bid amount’. To submit the bid, click ‘bid now’.
It must be equal to or above the ‘next minimum bid’ which is displayed under the item name. If your bid is successful you will see a ‘winning’ label next to the item name.
If you are not registered for the auction you will be prompted to enter your details and register before placing your bid.
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Our team will be available on the night to help with any bidding or tech questions. Just look for the CAPO board members and volunteers in the badges.
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If you win, you will be notified by email at the end of the auction with instructions on how to pay online. Once payment is received, your item will be available for collection after the exhibition ends, starting from 1 December.