ART AND CULTURE

Georges River Art Prize

The Georges River Art Prize showcases a range of the finest paintings and sculptures, produced from artists nationwide and gives young local artists a platform to display their works. Over $20,000 of prizes will be awarded across seven categories, with the major painting prize an acquisitive $10,000.

This year’s finalists will be selected by judges Alison Clark, Curatorial and Arts Management Specialist; Simon Chan, Director Art Atrium; and figurative painter, Steve Lopes.

The winner of the Georges River Art Prize, Local Artist Prize and Sculpture Prize will be announced at the official opening of the exhibition on Friday 12 November 2021 at Hurstville Museum & Gallery. The winners of the Little Artist Prize and Youth Prize will be announced in a special ceremony on Thursday 11 November 2021 at Clive James Library and Service Centre, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.

The exhibition will run from Saturday 13 November 2021 to 20 January 2022, with the opportunity for visitors to vote for their favourite artwork.

For more information about the Georges River Art Prize, including this year’s finalists, visit www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/GRAP, follow us on Facebook @GeorgesRiverArtPrize, or contact Hurstville Museum & Gallery on museumgallery@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.