LITTLE THINGS AWARDS PRESENTATION & EVENT
Creative expression is a medium through which we can reflect on the values and moments in life that are truly important to us as individuals. Whether it be through painting, photography, drawing, etching, sculpture or ceramics, the act of making is an opportunity to share and enjoy these moments with others and this positive philosophy was shared by all who attended our Little Things Awards Presentation and Event.
There was a true sense of community as family and friends of participants, art aficionado’s and locals from the area gathered at the gallery to view the impressive variety of works by the Little Things art prize finalists. Guests were offered refreshing Frank’s ciders to enjoy whilst mingling with friends and artists. The crowd spilled out onto the patio and street, making the most of a perfect Spring day.
Yang’s Food Truck was once again a welcome addition to the corner, they kept the hunger at bay and satisfied the cravings of the foodies amongst us. Their modern take on Malaysian street food classics proved very popular and most guests were seen with a delicious dish in one hand and Frank’s cider in the other whilst coordinating the purchase of their favourite artworks.
By the early afternoon, a lively buzz resulting from animated chatter, was felt within the gallery as the crowd eagerly anticipated the announcement of winners by Dr Timothy Sharp, aka Dr Happy from The Happiness Institute.
The 2016 LITTLE THINGS ART PRIZE Winners:
WALL WORKS
1st Prize – Tango Conway, Over in Tracksuit, Acrylic on Cherry wood
Prize – 1 year subscription to ART/EDIT magazine, Editorial mention & image of prize-winning artwork in my ‘Kerrie Love’s’ feature and a Full Colour Page Artist Profile Q & A style.
2nd Prize – Frannie Deane, Sunshine Lemons, Acrylic on Canvas
Prize – Eckersley’s $200 voucher
Highly Commended – Tracey Deep, Spirit Song, Wire, fibre (box framed in perspex)
Prize – Merivale, The Paddington, $150 dinner voucher
Viewers Choice – Genevieve Bessell-Browne, Salt and Pepper, Oil on Board
Prize – Verve – Photographic package valued at $600
Happiness – Lucie Niederer, Homage to Frank, Acrylic on board
Prize – NIKON 1 J4 camera from George’s Cameras valued at $599
Young Artist – Noah Chandler, Optimistic Robot, Oil on Ply
Prize – Art Scene, $50 voucher
CERAMICS
1st Prize – Mahala Hill, Anthophila, Bone China, Porcelain, Glaze
Prize – 1 year subscription to The Journal of Australian Ceramics and 1 page artist profile in the Novemeber 2016 issue of The Journal of Australian Ceramics
2nd Prize – Danielle Thiris, Noodle, Porcelain, terra sigillata, underglaze
Prize – Centennial Hotel, Champagne High Tea for 4 people valued at $240
Highly Commended – Chu Chu, Gavin, Porcelain
Prize – Berkelouw Books, $100 voucher
Viewers Choice – Cherie Peyton, Licorice Looters, Porcelain
Prize – Verve – photographic package valued at $600
For more information, please contact:
Kitty Wong – info[at]saintcloche.com or 0434 274 251