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JANUARY WRAP-UP | LATEST NEWS |
IN MEMORIAM | EVENTS | OPPORTUNITIES | GRANTS
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Leeton Shire Council highlighted Wiradjuri Culture, with banners and projections of artwork from artist William Ingram and the local Community as part of event programming for Australia Day. The projections were seen on the Chelmsford Place water tower throughout the week as part of the collaboration between Leeton Shire Council Cultural Services and Events teams, and Leeton and District Local Aboriginal Land Council.
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Ian Fennessy was the first programmed artist of Narrandera Arts and Creative Network's Wide Open 2022 program. Ian's attention grabbing hyper-realistic airbrushed works were a hit at his exhibition opening held at the Narrandera Arts and Community Centre.
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Griffith's Survival Day event had music, dance and also painting activities in the Elder's tent which were led by Kerri Weymouth and Sarah Weymouth. The many great art works created on the day such as these from Michelle Russell and Aloma Penrith, will form an exhibition in the new Griffith Community Centre.
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A collaboration between Leeton Museum and Gallery and My Plan Connect has led to a brand new social enterprise initiative - the Lands Office Cafe. Providing fantastic coffees and snacks, it's the perfect place to stop for a break while visiting the latest exhibition. The cafe has reopened for 2022!
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Narrungdera Earth Fest
Save the date in your calendars for the Narrungdera Earth Fest which is scheduled for 20-22 May 2022. In 2021 it was announced that Rosie Powell and Angela Galluzzo of Prickly Lizard Events would be the Events Coordinator.
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Whitton Public Art
After delays due to Covid, artist Carla Gottgens' large-scale artwork has moved onto the next stages of development. This Leeton Shire Council initiative led by Sues Vos will eventually stand tall on the Whitton water tower - watch this space for updates! This project was supported by Round 3 of the Stronger Country Communities Fund and is driven by consultation with the Whitton community.
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Ardlethan Art Prize
When: 13th, 14th and 15th May 2022
Time: 13th May - 6:30pm
Where: Ardlethan Memorial Hall
Cost: $25 Gala Night
Advance Ardlethan presents the annual fundraiser for the Ardlethan & Beyond Museum. The Art Prize will commence with Gala night on the 13th, with a glass of wine on entry. 3 sections include Open, Mirrool in Flood and Open Sculpture, and winners to be announced on the night. The Coolamon Shire choice for the Art Prize will also be announced. Supper provided and bar available. Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th - viewing 10 till 3pm gold coin donation on entry.
Artists looking to submit entries can get in touch with Karen Wood on kmwood1@bigpond.com or 0432 095 744. 9th May is the last day for paintings and sculptures to be delivered to the Hall. Registration forms can be delivered with paintings.
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Book Launch: Lauren Forner
Congratulations to local writer and Mona Magazine's Fiction and Experimental Forms Editor Lauren Forner on the launch of her book 'parts of a whole' at the newly established Riverina Writing House. Copies of the book can be purchased via Riverina Writing House.
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Koala Art Trail Competition
Narrandera Shire Council are looking for creative designs for the proposed Koala Art Trail. The aim is to encourage visitors and locals to enjoy the area’s wonderful attractions and experiences. Whether you are professional, amateur or junior (under 18 years) artist you can submit your design for consideration. There's a cash prize $250 for the winning design. To enter send an Expression of Interest by email to tourist.centre@narrandera.nsw.gov.au or call Narrandera Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6959 5545 to receive your entry pack. Closing date 4pm 28 February 2022.
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With a deep and heavy sadness, Western Riverina Arts announces the passing of Wiradjuri Artist of National Significance, Ver  nica Collins.
We send our deep sympathies, love, support and condolences to her family, friends, loved ones, and her homeland communities of Griffith, Albury and Cowra.
Ver nica Collins, Wiradjuri, passed away on the 24th of January in Griffith. She was a powerful presence and a thunderous force of life who imparted great love to those around her every day. Ver nica leaves a vital and lifelong national legacy across all aspects of her life; she was history in the making as an artist expressing her Wiradjuri heart and deep pride in her community and culture. She was a pre-67 Elder, a wife, a mother, grandmother, aunty, and lifelong political activist demanding justice and redress. She walked the streets of her much-loved community as well as those corridors of her representative politicians, always asserting her sovereign rights unceded. She supported everyone around her with a daily love, wisdom, philosophy, deep felt experience and a genuine sacrifice to have others supported and nurtured, especially being present among young artists for them to achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Most of all she was uncompromising in her creativity and her Wiradjuri Culture. A true master artist whose works are so deep, so touching, so pure and so skilful that to behold a painting is to feel the underskin and mystery of this vast and beautiful country.
“The work Ver nica considers to have the greatest significance is publicly viewable. Her goanna design resides on the Welcome To Griffith signs at each of the five main entrances to the city, thus leaving her permanent mark on Griffith. She loves that her goanna watches over and welcomes all new visitors into her hometown.” – Western Riverina Arts May Artist of the Month 2020
Ngaagirridhunyal guwayu
You will be forever missed beautiful woman.
Image: Detail of ‘Dusky Dawn’ 2022.
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Western Riverina Arts share our heartfelt sympathies with the Leeton art community and the family of Lynne McQuillan, after her passing on the 25th of January. A talented artist and three-time Penny Paniz Prize winner, Lynne was dedicated to the arts, sharing her knowledge and volunteering her time at Leeton Museum and Gallery. She will be deeply missed.
From Leeton Art Society: It is with great sadness that I must inform you that our beautiful friend and fellow artist Lynne McQuillan passed away this morning at 5 am.
Lynne was a founding member of the Leeton Art Society Inc. and a passionate supporter of art in Leeton. Lynne shared her artistic talent freely with all of us.
She was quiet, gentle and a kind lady who never wanted to draw attention to herself. Lynne was a winner of our Penny Paniz Acquisitive art exhibition many time over the years and won lots of other prizes for her artworks.
She was well known for her beautiful Pastel artworks and we always looked forward to Lynne’s demonstrations for us at Tuesday Casual Art mornings.
RIP our beautiful talented artist and compassionate good friend, we will miss you Lynne!
Our sincere condolences to Rob and the family at this very sad time.
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* The following events may be subject to change pending Covid-19 restrictions and current health advice. Please check in with each event organiser for updates and information regarding vaccination status.
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Marketing For Museums with Creative + Business
10.30AM - 5pm 16 March | 204 Lalchan Street, Hay or Online
South West Arts Inc, Western Riverina Arts and Creative Plus Business have partnered together to run a Marketing for Museums Workshop. Catering will be provided and both face-to-face and remote options are available for you to attend. Marketing for Museums is a specialised workshop designed to help people from cultural institutions to understand and implement the strategy behind finding and attracting visitors, building relationships with stakeholders, and finding the best promotional tactics. The workshop has been created with a realistic understanding of the challenges that come with having a volunteer team, a shortage of time, and resources that are already stretched. Find out more.
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Les Wicks: Writer Workshop and Riverina Lecture
Riverina Lecture & Open Mic 6PM 2 March | Riverina Writing House
Writer Workshops 9AM or 6PM 3 March | Riverina Writing House
Riverina Writing House and Western Riverina Arts presents two major writing events in Leeton. This is an opportunity not to be missed, running over two days. Book your tickets to all events here.
Wednesday 2nd March 2022 : 6-9pm. Western Riverina Arts presents The Riverina Lectures. Gala Poetry Reading & Open Mic Night. In conversation with Les Wicks and Leeton Writers' Collective.
Thursday 3rd March 2022 : 9am-12pm & 6-9pm. Les Wicks Writer Workshop. “YOU HAVE GOT A STORY TO TELL”
Want to swim in the word world but it all seems a bit daunting? How to start? How to finish? This supportive and wide-ranging workshop will inspire and clarify the processes of getting your work out to readers. All those who wish will have a piece published in a leading internet magazine.
Presented by The Riverina Writing House and Western Riverina Arts through the support of Create NSW.
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Wide Open February Exhibition Opening: Mahni Ireland
6PM 16 February | Narrandera Arts and Community Centre
The second exhibition in NACNet's Wide Open program is from Mahni Ireland. The exhibition launch will feature an artist talk and light refreshments. Pop by the Narrandera Arts and Community Centre, Monday through Sunday to see the exhibition which is currently running until the 30th February.
Mahni Ireland is a multimedia artist who grew up in Narrandera. While they work in many different mediums, Mahni’s primary field is digital art, and they will be studying Animation and Interactive Media at RMIT in 2022. Their main source of inspiration comes from the natural world around them, especially nature and humans.
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Jammin' In The Park
12PM - 4PM 5th March | Mountford Park, Leeton
Jammin’ in the Park is a home-grown musical event for ages 12 – 24 years. A chance to come and showcase your skills on the Mountford Park stage. They are seeking bands, groups, musicians and singers. Come one, come all! It doesn’t matter what level you are at - this is a chance to get experience and confidence on the stage. Bring along all of your equipment required to play. Fetch your digital kit and spend time with DJ Ken and be DJ for a set or learn production with John from Access All Areas Professional Audiovisual. Bring a chair and be amazed at our home-grown talent, give them encouragement and be entertained with this free event! Register attendance here.
This event is part of the Youth Summer Holiday Program and is brought to you by Department of Regional NSW, Leeton Shire Council, Creative Connection Riverina, DJ Ken and Access All Areas Professional Audiovisual.
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Survival Day Community Art Exhibition
10.30AM 14 February | Griffith Community Centre
Join the Griffith Community Art Centre for the opening of their first art exhibition. All works were developed by the local community as part of Survival Day workshops.
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Vibrant 22 Gallery Launch
6PM 18 February | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Join Griffith Regional Art Gallery for the launch of their 2022 exhibition programme 'Vibrant', enjoy Dee Vine Estate wines and canapés with special guest, acclaimed Australian Artist Ken Done. Book your ticket here. The event will include a full run down on all the touring and local exhibitions for the year, as well as public programs.
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Weaving Workshop
10 - 11 February | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
WAYBALI MAWANG MARRAMALI MAYINY WALAN
Weaving together makes people stronger
There are a few last minute tickets remaining!
DAY 1: 10 February 11am - 2pm | DAY 2:11 February 11am - 2pm
Join Wiradjuri artist-weaver Aunty Gail Manderson and textile artist Julie Montgarrett to explore weaving techniques and practices. Come along for one day, or two. Learn how to make twine for dilly-bags and weave basic forms for earrings, bracelets, baskets or a mat using seagrass, raffia or fabric. These sessions are about skills sharing, cultural exchange and weaving amongst a supportive community.
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Inaugural Meet the Author & Tea Tasting
6PM 10 February | Books on East, Narrandera
Books on East will host its first 'Meet The Author' event accompanied by a special tea tasting. Featured author is Jane Carter, author of 'High Country Secrets'. Jane lives with her husband on their sheep stud near Narrandera and is passionate about rural Australia, the farmers and the townies she lives among. https://janecarterauthor.com/
Books on East's tea connoisseur is Natalie Power (nee Hendren), originally from Narrandera and the person behind TeaforTalia. TeaforTalia supplies high quality tea, many of which are certified under the UN charter for ethically environmentally sustainable practices.
https://www.teafortalia.net/
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Lee Blacker-Noble: Past Glories
3PM 12 February | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Join Leeton Museum and Gallery for the opening of Lee Blacker-Noble's final solo exhibition 'Past Glories' on Saturday 12th Feb at 3pm. Register attendance.
Explore the beauty within forgotten relics and wrecks that speak to us of a life gone past. Lee Blacker-Noble's final solo exhibition will include a new series of work created during the global pandemic. The 2021 works draw inspiration from the iconic Yanco Powerhouse Museum and are a thematic continuation of a series created in 1987 during one of the "best years of her life". This exhibition runs from 9th February to 3rd March.
This project is supported by Create NSW and Western Riverina Arts through their Micro Grants initiative.
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Ken Done Artist Talk
11AM 19 February | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Join the Gallery for a special artist talk with Ken Done. Explore his vibrant and playful exhibition "Paintings you probably haven’t seen" and listen to him speak about his art. This is a free event, but registration is required as there are limited spots. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Political Women
Closing 13th February 2022 | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
This exhibition brings together artists from diverse cultural, generational, personal and artistic perspectives to illustrate and celebrate the complexity of contemporary feminist discourse and the art made within it. Register your attendance for the Artist Talk held 11am Saturday 12th February.
Each artist’s practice is entangled with politics, personal narrative and activism to highlight the impacts and consequences of colonisation and patriarchal power. The exhibition draws attention to the overlaps and divergences in the lives of the artists, while also placing regional and urban women standing side by side, working towards reconciliation, accepting differences and creating a more just world through empathy and tolerance.
Curated by Julie Montgarrett and Sarah McEwan. Artists: Aunty Gail Manderson (Wiradjuri elder) | Aunty Kath Withers (Wiradjuri elder) | Aunty Lorraine Tye (Wiradjuri elder) | Amani Haydar | Christine Dean | Debra Keenahan | Desna Whaanga-Schollum | Her Riot | Julie Montgarrett along with Doerinda Gardener | Filomena Pingiaro | Isobella Thompson | Julie Briggs | Kat Vella | Kerri Weymouth | Kim Skeers | Kristy-Lee Agresta | Lindee Russell | Lorna Wigham | Natalie Power | Oumi Karenga-Hewitt | Sarah McEwan | Toots Cunningham | Melanie Evans | Ms Saffaa | Sarah Mifsud | Yasmine Nasser Diaz.
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Yanco Museum Project | Dorothy Roddy: Moments In Time
5 February - 4 March | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Dorothy Roddy, Artist and Curator, along with Leonie Napier, Project Leader of the Yanco Museum Project, premiere an Exhibition at Leeton Museum and Art Gallery to document and highlight the history of the ‘Riverina Welfare Farm for Boys Yanco' and the 'POW Camp 15 Yanco' years based at what is now Yanco Agricultural Institute.
The result is 12 fully researched oil paintings which are re-imagined from the original historical black and white and sepia photos, to bring to life in full colour the lives of the people who once lived there. Six will cover the Riverina Welfare Farm and six will cover POW Camp 15. These eras spanned the time between 1928 and 1947. Each image has its own interesting story to tell. The product is a stunning and informative display of some little-known yet important parts of our local history. A must for locals and history buffs alike to visit.
‘Moments is Time’ opens Saturday February 5 and runs through to Friday March 4 at Leeton Museum and Art Gallery. The exhibition will then move to permanent display at Yanco Agricultural Institute adding to their growing Museum display.
This project is supported by Create NSW and Western Riverina Arts through their Micro Grants initiative.
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Autumn Exhibition Launch
5PM 19 February | Wagga Wagga Art Gallery
Join the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery for the launch of their Autumn Exhibition program, showcasing the new work of Vic McEwan in Face to Face: The New Normal, and April Glaser-Hinder in One does nothing alone.
Face to Face: The New Normal is a major, new exhibition by Vic McEwan developed during three years of creative research exploring medical science and contemporary arts practice. While being in residence at the Sydney Facial Nerve Service, Vic has worked on the front lines of clinical treatment with patients experiencing facial nerve paralysis and examining what impact a contemporary artist might have within the clinical environment.
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Making Invisible Mannequins Webinar
11AM 21 February | Online
The ‘invisible mannequin’ is a type of mount favoured by curators and conservators for displaying historic garments and swimwear. In this 45-minute webinar, Museum of Applied Arts and Science textiles conservator Suzanne Chee will demonstrate two techniques for making your own. This webinar is designed for staff and volunteers of smaller museums and the collecting sector, and fashion students. Free but bookings essential.
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DECODED —— An Artistic Livecoding Workshop
Multiple Dates March | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Join the extremely collaborative and creative space of audio/visual live coding. A space that fuses digitally generated audio and visuals resulting in a composition that is both visually and sonically entertaining. This workshop is open to anyone age 16 and up. Participants will need to bring along their laptop computers and a set of headphones. Book your ticket or find out more.
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Production Finance Program
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NAIDOC Week Local Grants
NAIDOC Local Grants support communities to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples during NAIDOC Week. This grant round provides funding to Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations to contribute to the costs of local and regional NAIDOC activities across Australia. NAIDOC activities should align with the 2022 theme ‘Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!’ Grant applications close 22 February.
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Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) Program 2021-22
The Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) program is a $3 million Australian Government program that aims to support community cultural, heritage and arts organisations in regional Australia as they recover from the impacts of COVID-19. The CHART program promotes participation in, and access to, Australia’s arts and culture through developing and supporting cultural expression and sharing stories of community and historical significance. Community-run arts and cultural organisations – including community museums, galleries, and historical societies – will benefit from CHART program funding. The program will support these organisations to continue to offer appealing cultural tourism experiences to visitors, which in turn will enhance local expenditure.
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Event Saver Program
The purpose of Event Saver is to provide financial support to organisers of Major Events scheduled to be held between Wednesday 15 December 2021 and Saturday 31 December 2022 where an event is cancelled or Significantly disrupted as a direct result of Public Health Orders (PHO).
Major Events have been targeted for support due to the significant impact these events have on driving tourism as well as on the broader NSW economy. Find out more.
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Creative Riverina Database
Are you on the database? Artists and performers of all kinds are listed on CREATIVE RIVERINA, the go-to online directory for creatives in our region! Make sure people can find you - create your FREE listing today!
The online database is also accompanied by a supportive online Facebook group with over 350 members. Artists and arts organisations of all types from Riverina NSW can share their ideas, events and simply connect! Join the CREATIVE RIVERINA group now!
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Townsville Airport Art Tender
Wanted: an artist to develop a unique work which will be seen by about 1.6 million travellers each year at the gateway to North Queensland. Townsville Airport are opening an expressions of interest campaign, seeking responses from artists keen to create a large-scale work for the new Townsville Airport terminal corridor wall, between the refurbished check-in and baggage reclaim areas. A fee of $20,000 will be paid to the successful artist. Submissions must be received by no later than: 28 February 2022 for initial EOI responses and 31 March 2022 for concept designs.
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2022 Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize
The Ravenswood Australian Women's Art Prize is an annual acquisitive prize that was launched in 2017 to advance art and opportunity for emerging and established women artists in Australia. It is the highest value professional artist prize for women in Australia.
There are three prize categories – the Professional Artist Prize of $35,000, the Emerging Artist Prize of $5,000 and the Indigenous Emerging Artist Prize of $5,000. There is also a Peoples’ Choice Award of $2,000. Entries close 23 February 2022.
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Wyndham Art Prize
The Wyndham Art Prize returns in 2022, now in its eighth year. Entries are now open and will close 1 April 2022. Cash prizes for 2022 include the Wyndham Art Prize of $15,000 (non-acquisitive) and the Local Emerging Art Prize of $5,000 (acquisitive). Finalists’ work will be on display at Wyndham Cultural Centre in June, July and August 2022.
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Exhibition Opportunity
Are you a local artist wanting to exhibit your work? Hyphen - Wodonga Library Gallery has an open call to be a part of its Hallway Gallery program. Applications are now open and close on February 20. More information and the link to apply online
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2022 Indigenous Arts Leadership Program
The Indigenous Arts Leadership Program is a professional and cultural development opportunity. It brings together a mixed cohort of national First Nations arts workers who are ready to reflect on their skills, capabilities and what leadership means to them individually. The Program supports First Nations arts workers to deepen their understanding of the creative sectors and build their network of support. This unique opportunity aims to nurture individuals as their careers progress. If you are a First Nations person who is passionate about learning and developing a meaningful and fulfilling career in the arts, you are encouraged to apply for the Program. Applications close Monday 28 February 2022.
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Firstdraft Program Callout
Firstdraft is now seeking proposals from artists, curators and writers for consideration in their May 2022 – April 2023 program. They support ideas that are ambitious, experimental and conceptually rigorous. Programs are developed across a variety of interfaces – exhibitions, publications, and live events – with recipients supported through a range of financial provisions, partnerships, travel support, and professional development initiatives. Proposals are invited across all programs: Exhibition Program, Curators Program, Writers Program and Live Program; First Peoples Curators Program proposals are accepted year-round. Callout closes 14 February.
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Gallipoli Art Prize
The Gallipoli Art Prize Organising Committee annually invites any eligible artist to submit a painting for the Gallipoli Art Prize. Prize money of $20,000 is awarded to the artist of the winning entry. The acquisition of the work and its copyright remain property of the Gallipoli Memorial Club Museum Fund. Entries close 16 March.
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National Works On Paper
The 2022 National Works on Paper (NWOP) is one of Australia’s most prestigious acquisitive awards. A biennial exhibition, its role is to support and promote contemporary Australian artists working on or with paper. NWOP 2022 offers up to $60,000 acquisitions and awards, including the $20,000 major acquisitive award. Entries close 8 April 2022.
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NSW Performing Arts Relaunch Package
The NSW Performing Arts Relaunch package has been extended until 30 April 2022. Applications for the Performing Arts Relaunch package are open to eligible NSW venues, promoters and producers to relaunch performing arts activities. Find out more.
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NAIDOC Week Poster Competition
The National NAIDOC Committee invites Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to submit their artwork for the 2022 National NAIDOC Poster Competition. The Poster Competition closes Monday 14 March 2022. This competition represents a significant opportunity for talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists aged 13 years and over to have their work recognised nationally and internationally as part of the celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and achievements during NAIDOC Week. The winning artist will receive a $10,000 cash price and their artwork will be used as the official 2022 National NAIDOC Week Poster.
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