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Creative Showcase 2026

A platform for emerging photographers, stylists and image makers.

Australian creative minds have always been at the forefront of our developing culture; an integral part history, social change and cultural conversations.

The arts, cultural and fashion industries contribute $122.3 billion to the Australian economy. The fashion industry alone contributes $27.2 billion. These critical sectors uplift all Australians.

As a platform and voice for creative minds, we are proud to be running our third Creative Showcase. This is an opportunity for image makers: stylists, photographers and creators to have their creative work platformed and championed within the industry and beyond.

We are calling out for aspiring and established image makers to enter a six-to-eight-page fashion or beauty editorial for consideration by a panel of judges; each a leading expert in their field.

A shortlist of 20 finalists will be selected by these judges and featured on RUSSH.com. From these, three winners will be selected. Each of these three winners will have their work featured in print in the March issue of RUSSH Magazine, in addition to receiving prizes from our key partners.

Our Creative Showcase honours RUSSH's core purpose; nourishing our community of creative minds and championing fresh talent. This initiative aims to provide emerging creators with the platform and the scope they need to flourish.

Get to know our Creative Showcase winners from 2025

Judges' Choice
James Watts
'High Fashion, It's A Flight Risk'

Readers' Choice
Stephanie Pedersen
The Female Gaze

Editor's Commendation
Bianca Murphy
Maasai

About our partners

Nikon is a leader in digital imaging. It is globally recognised for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Championing the next generation of creative minds is crucial in the current landscape, and Nikon is proud to support an initiative that helps those who seek to pursue a career in the arts.

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Nikon is proud to award the Judges' Choice winner $10,000 of camera equipment.

Woodford Reserve has built its reputation on challenging conventions and elevating the craft of whiskey making. Driven by a spirit of innovation and refined by an uncompromising attention to detail, the brand champions those who bring creativity, skill and vision to their work. Supporting the creative community is a natural extension of Woodford Reserve's belief in craftsmanship and original thinking, and its commitment to celebrating people who dedicate themselves to their craft.

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