Christopher Hodges, Angus Nivison and John R Walker have been selected as finalists in the inaugural Australian China Art Residency Art Prize. Established in 2025, the ACAR Art Prize supports artistic exchange between Australia and China, with a curatorial focus on contemporary interpretations of landscape. The 2026 finalists reflect diverse approaches to the genre, ranging from abstraction to materially driven painting practices. Each artist brings a distinct perspective shaped by long-standing engagement with landscape as both subject and conceptual framework. Their inclusion positions them within a broader dialogue around Australian landscape painting and its evolving critical context. Winners of the 2026 ACAR Art Prize will be announced in April.