opportunity to own original art as the Doyles Art Award and Exhibition opens

the artists who have submitted their works and we are encouraging everyone to visit the exhibition and show their support for the art prize pool, so this is our biggest year yet.

“The increased award fund refects the event’s commitment to supporting and celebrating artists and we hope this prize money will go a long way towards supporting and recognising talent.

“There are also award categories for schoolaged artists as well as a new All Ability Award –which goes to show that everyone is welcome to come along, participate and celebrate all that is wonderful about art.”

Figurative and Still Life. Now in its nineteenth year, the awards feature a prominent judging panel consisting of Mayoress Ruth Tate, internationally acclaimed artist Richard Claremont and Gallery One Director Leanne Pearce.

The exhibition is open from 15 to 25 June, 10am to 5pm at Mudgeeraba Memorial Hall, 62 Railway Street, Mudgeeraba.

“Visiting the exhibition is not only a chance to appreciate the incredible creativity on display, but also a unique opportunity to support artists and bring home a piece of all vying for a chance to take home a slice of the prize money.

“The artworks displayed are exceptional while refecting the talent and creativity of community,” says Ms Grove.

“Our landscape category boasts a $20,000 frst prize, which is double from last year and with a $30,000

Named after famous Australian artist d’Arcy William Doyle, the prestigious award is the Gold Coast’s longest running painting prize and carries a prize pool of $30,000 across its three competition categories – Landscape,

The Doyles Art Award has attracted a number of high-calibre sponsors which have been instrumental in the increase in prize money including Bond University, Attwood Marshall Lawyers and SkyRidge Living.

For further details, visit www.thedoylesaward. com.au