THE ART Exhibition at the Macksville Show was once again of a high standard, with visitors commenting on the colour, varied subject matter, quality and presentation of submitted works.
Much of the organising of the exhibition was undertaken by the Bowraville Racecourse Art Group (BRAG), and in particular Elwin Butler who donated many hours before, during and after the show.
The exhibition was supported by sponsors Trimble’s Furniture One, Tursa, Fortade and BRAG.
The People’s Choice award proved highly popular with hundreds of votes lodged.
It was a close finish with the work of three artists neck and neck right up to the last minute.
The Grand Champion with a painting titled “Possum in Tree” was Faye Mathew, an artist known for her special ability with watercolours.
The official list of winners as determined by an independent judge are as follows:
Grand Champion
“Possum in Tree” by Faye Mathew
Open
1st – “First Nation Member” by Willy Berkhof-Ober
2nd – “The Blue Blue Choo Choo” by Steve Sheppard
Flora/Fauna
1st – “Boho Labradoodle” by Willy Berkhof-Ober
2nd – “Cockatoos in the Bright Sun” by Edward Barnes
Landscape/Seascape
1st – “Local Tranquillity” by Cathy Slater
2nd – “Tree Trunk” by BRAG
Small Painting
1st – “Southern Rockhopper” by Julie McAlpine
2nd – “Feathered and Furry Friends” by Kristine Reynolds
People’s Choice
“Daybreak at Shelly Beach” by Lynne Greentree.
By Bruce REDMAN
