Eumundi Voice - Issue 109, 23 January 2025

ART ABOUT

Local Contemporary Art Prize

Entries are now open for one of the region’s most coveted art awards – the 2025 Local Contemporary Art Prize.

Artists from across the Sunshine Coast and Noosa are invited to enter their best 2D or 3D work for the opportunity to become one of 40 chosen finalists. Finalist works will be showcased at the Caloundra Regional Gallery from 11 April to 8 June, with winners announced at the official exhibition opening on 10 April. The artist selected for the Best in Show Award will take home $10,000 and accolades as the Best in Show Acquisitive.

Submissions close 9 February. Visit: gallery. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/art-prizes/localcontemporary-art-prize/entry-form.

Where art meets fashion

Set to take place on the Sunshine Coast on 8&9 August, the festival promises exciting new additions. The event offers more incentives for participation with an expanded prize pool of $15,000, including $5,000 for the Supreme Winner and new categories such as Elements of Nature and Abstract Form.

Renowned artist Rachel Burke – known for dressing celebrities such as Cate Blanchett and Harry Styles – will join the judging panel. The festival will feature an enhanced 27-metre runway with improved lighting options, allowing artists to elevate their creations.

Entries are open until 31 January with final creations due by 3 July. Visit: australianwearableart.com.au.