Young and vibrant artistic talents will take centre stage in Strathpine this October as the Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards exhibition opens.
2023 People’s Choice Award
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regions Galleries & Museum
The Strathpine Community Centre will transform into a gallery showcasing the creativity, passion, and unique perspectives of the region’s young artists.
This free exhibition from 12 October to 20 October offers a glimpse into the hearts and minds of young people, revealing their inspirations, concerns, and the stories they weave through their art. Visitors are invited to explore a diverse collection of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, encompassing painting, drawing, sculpture, digital art, and more.
2023 Grades: Prep-3
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regions Galleries & Museum
The exhibition will be open to the public from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. As an added highlight, attendees can vote for the People’s Choice Award, ensuring their voices contribute to recognising exceptional talent.
Aspiring artists residing in or attending school within the City of Moreton Bay are encouraged to submit their works for consideration. The competition features two categories—2D and 3D—with entries grouped by school grade level.
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regions Galleries & Museum
Both individual and collaborative school entries are welcome, with attractive prizes awaiting the winners. Individual winners in each grade level and art category will receive $200 in prise money, while placegetters will be awarded trophies and certificates. For schools participating in the collaborative section, a $1,000 scholarship for art workshops is up for grabs.
The deadline for entries is on Sunday, 8 September. Artworks can be delivered to the Strathpine Community Centre on Friday, 4 October, between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and must be collected on Monday, 21 October, between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
The Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards exhibition celebrates the boundless creativity and potential of the region’s young artists. It’s an opportunity to support and encourage their artistic journeys while immersing themselves in a world of colour, expression, and imagination.
The awards ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, 19 October, will honour the winners and further highlight the importance of fostering artistic talent within the community.
Published Date 27-August-2024
