ArtNow
ArtNow Pinnacles Gallery 21 August – 13 September 2015
PUBLISHER
Published on the occasion of the exhibition
Gallery Services, Townsville City Council PO Box 1268 Townsville, Queensland 4810 Australia pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au (07) 4773 8871 © Gallery Services, Townsville City Council and the authors 2015
Pinnacles Gallery 21 August - 13 September 2015
Exhibition organised by GALLERY SERVICES
Gallery acknowledgements
Shane Fitzgerald Manager Gallery Services Eric Nash Curator Erwin Cruz Exhibitions and Collections Coordinator Michael Pope Education and Programs Coordinator Rob Donaldson Digital Media and Exhibition Design Coordinator Jo Stacey Team Leader Administration Gallery Services Holly Grech-Fitzgerald Collections Management Officer Carly Sheil Digital Media and Exhibition Design Officer Andrea Schutz Digital Media and Exhibition Design Fellow Sarah Welch Public Art Officer Leonardo Valero Exhibitions Officer Rurik Henry Exhibitions Officer Petra Pattinson Education and Programs Officer Jess Cuddihy Education and Programs Assistant Wendy Bainbridge Administration Officer Danielle Berry Arts Officer Damian Cumner Gallery Assistant Jillian Macfie Gallery Assistant Sarah Reddington Gallery Assistant Denise Weightman Gallery Assistant Kelly Bianchi Gallery Assistant Ruth Hughes Gallery Assistant
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre 20 Village Blvd, Townsville QLD 4817 (07) 4773 8871 pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au www.bit.ly/pinntcc
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Pinnacles Gallery would like to acknowledge the generous support and assistance of Townsville City Council in realising this exhibition. A special thank you to Melinda Gould, St Patrick’s College for her assistance with ARTNOW. Thank you also to all participating schools, teachers and student artists: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Ayr State High School Calvary Christian College Columba Catholic College Heatley Secondary College Kirwan State High School Northern Beaches State High School Pimlico State High School Ryan Catholic College St Anthony’s Catholic College St Margaret Mary’s College St Patrick’s College Townsville The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James Townsville Grammar School William Ross State High School
Cover image: Ashley Petersen Year 12, Ryan Catholic College Icons 2015 [detail] Collage, mixed media on canvas 90 x 180cm
ARTNOW is an exhibition of works by senior students from the North Queensland region; delivered as part of Gallery Services’ Creative Classrooms Program. This annual exhibition is the result of ongoing collaboration between Gallery Services and Secondary Schools across the North. The exhibition is open to all students who are currently studying a creative arts subject in Year 11 and 12 across both Authority and Non-Authority subjects. Students are given no restrictions on subject matter or mediums and the exhibition is inclusive of all art forms. Participating students in the exhibition experience and employ some of the professional practices required in the art world. This includes areas like submitting work for an exhibition, preparing artwork for display and communicating the concepts and processes behind their work to a public audience. ARTNOW recognises the creativity and diverse talents of young and emerging artists within our community. This year’s exhibition is no exception with 102 student works from 14 secondary schools on display. Gallery Services is proud to support and showcase the work of our latest creative generation.
Michael Pope Education and Programs Coordinator
Meg BLAKEY Year 12, Ayr State High School
The Elements of Fashion [detail]
Found objects to produce wearable art pieces Various sizes
2015
The artwork The Elements of Fashion represents my interest in fashion and travel and relates to the concept of selfidentity and modelling. Through the use of combining natural fibres, plastics, paper and metal the idea of fashion impacting on all aspects of society is displayed.
Alana BROCCARDO Year 11, Ayr State High School
Fashion in the Street [detail] Ink, black pen, and oil pastel 61 x 86cm
2015
The theme of this work is based on ‘street art meets street fashion’. I was inspired by the many different aspects of street activity. This artwork represents how fashion in the streets is becoming increasingly diverse due to lifestyles and changes in society.
Kristen BROCCARDO Year 11, Ayr State High School
Movement [detail] Ink and black pen 57 x 96cm
2015
Movement is based on the theme ‘ocean’ and the concept of the relationship between jellyfish and time. Time is represented by the jellyfish which in turn is symbolic of time as it never stops moving.
Mae-Louise BROCK Year 12, Ayr State High School
Nature’s Edge [detail]
Found objects and mixed media 150 x 150cm
2015
Spending a lot of my childhood in the bush and growing up out west has taught me to appreciate the land and life associated with outback Australia. It defines me and has influenced and shaped who I am today. Each section of my artwork encompasses neighbouring properties. All pieces fit together into a natural metaphorical view of my home, Nature’s Edge.
Sinead DEAN-DALLECORT Year 12, Ayr State High School
D-Construction [detail]
Acrylic on canvas/balsawood Various sizes
2015
Dance has been an integral part of my life for the past 10 years. I have chosen to appropriate imagery from the artist Allen Jones to highlight the mental strain dancers go through. The fan of bones and skeleton represent my knee injury and the toll it takes on bone structure. The black-pointed shoes represent the negative qualities of ballet and finishing dancing.
Tiana DE ZOLT Year 11, Ayr State High School
Mechanics, Muscle and More [detail]
2015
Black pen, ink on watercolour paper 140 x 85cm
In today’s day and age, society can seem like a force against freedom. Society has created an idea of the ideal person. If everyone followed this stereotypical guideline then we would be exactly the same like mechanically engineered robots. This artwork is about breaking away from the social conformity and becoming your own person.
Mikayla GIDDY Year 11, Ayr State High School
Change Over Time [detail]
2015
Ink on card, watercolour and paint-pen 39 x 110cm
This landscape is based on the idea of change in nature. It is an expression of how the world has dramatically changed over the years. On one side it is bright, colourful and there is growth but as your eye moves along you can see the colour of the water darken, pollution in the sky and lack of vegetation.
Blaise HERON Year 11, Ayr State High School
Change [detail]
2015
Pen and ink on watercolour paper 46 x 91cm
I have been inspired by the concept of imbalance and thoughts about dysfunctions in the world. This work involves the relationship between humans and nature and how we have impacted the environment. The surreal flow of smoke seamlessly drifts from image to image, extracting the life of each character with every encounter.
Tayla HEUIR Year 12, Ayr State High School
Hanging on… by a Thread [detail] Mixed media 50 x 70cm
2015
Hanging on… by a Thread displays the idea of the symbolic reference of my life at school and hanging on by a thread. The stress and chaos of school has impacted on my mind as it sends it into ‘overdrive’. In contrast this portrait also reflects my calm nature that conceals my true thoughts and feelings.
Alana KHOORY Year 11, Ayr State High School
The Good and The Bad [detail] Ink and black pen 53 x 95cm
2015
This pen and ink work demonstrates nature and the good and the bad sides of everything in life. The tree symbolises the tree of life. The owl symbolises knowledge or wisdom and the snake represents evil.
Emma LYONS Year 11, Ayr State High School
Growth and Life [detail] Ink and black pen on paper 42 x 138cm
2015
This work represents the circle of life and is inspired by nature and the idea of connectedness. A metamorphosis is revealed with shapes that transform into people and then into roses. The coloured ink creates the effect of movement and helps to communicate that everything in nature evolves as a result of something else.
SoF I a Palombi Year 12, Ayr State High School
Pushing the Limits [detail] Acrylic on canvas 100 x 100cm
2015
I have had many opportunities to do things that I enjoy. My life hasn’t been easy but in comparison to others it has. This work explores the life of a quadriplegic called Kurt Fearnley. The circular vortex represents the spinning, sometimes uncontrollable, wheels of life, and symbolises how life in a wheel chair is a challenge.
Renee REHBEIN Year 11, Ayr State High School
Inside Out [detail] Ink and black pen 57 x 44cm
2015
Inside Out shows straight, curved and spiral lines and shapes represented by thick outlines and some finer details. These detailed lines produce a hypnotising effect for the audience because of the direction they are drawn and how they stop in the middle of certain areas.
Samantha WHITTRED Year 11, Ayr State High School
Invisible Change [detail] Pen and ink on paper 44 x 57cm
2015
The plants have been drawn to appear transparent to express how the inevitability of change is invisible. The outlines link together to illustrate that the processes of transformation are ongoing and never ending.
Sarah DAVISON Year 11, Calvary Christian College
In the Dark [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint and mixed media on canvas 50 x 40cm
The Native American Owl represents the beauty of a dream as well as the monstrous images that can be created in a nightmare. American Indians believed that the dream catcher would only allow positive dreams to enter the world and would capture the negative ones.
Chade RAMAGE Year 11, Calvary Christian College
Embracing Our Roots [detail] Sculpture 33 x 22 x 36cm
2015
A paper tree bursting forth through the pages of an open book, redeeming itself against its capture, as it stands liberated in the centre of the pages. The tree signifies the books past; its heritage. The once mighty tree cut down to house the thoughts and dreams of various authors.
Regina SARUNN Year 11, Calvary Christian College
Girl from China [detail] Acrylic paint on canvas 60 x 50cm
2015
I am fascinated with the culture of China and have used colours and icons that symbolise this beautiful country. The Chinese girl is wearing a qipao which is a traditional Chinese shirt. It is red and yellow to resemble the colours of the Chinese flag.
Mardy TRITTON Year 12, Calvary Christian College
The Chain of Evil [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint and mixed media on canvas 90 x 60cm
This painting depicts the link between evil and pain. The background of the flame consists of a collage of newspaper articles communicating the evil in today’s society. Flames are symbolic of destruction and reflect stories that we hear about pain and suffering that is being experienced by many individuals.
Ebony CREIGHTON Year 12, Columba Catholic College
FallOut Fire and Rainbow Insanity [detail] Acrylic on canvas (diptych) 46 x 35.7cm each
2015
This diptych is based on the concept of ‘go figure’. FallOut Fire is based on a character that is an alter ego of me. Rainbow Insanity is based on a character that I created as an alter ego of my friend. It shows her bubbly side, even though she has a disease that could possibly end her life.
Jamie-Lee COWARD Year 11, Columba Catholic College
Her face [detail]
Photograph on paper 26 x 35cm
2015
This image was created using an iPhone, experimenting with shutter speeds and editing tools. I experimented with throwing flour and coloured ground chalk at different angles at the subject and with light to create contrast and movement.
Emmanuel KOWAS Year 12, Columba Catholic College
My alter ego mask [detail]
Mixed media, wire and stone base 21 x 22 x 38cm
2015
This mask represents integration and multiculturalism. When I began to integrate into the Australian way of life I almost lost my natural identity. This mask looks incomplete and the mouth is wired shut because I do not think I have fully developed my character and my new identity yet.
Chloe SETCH Year 12, Columba Catholic College
Strength and freedom mask [detail] 2015
Mixed media, wire and stone base 17 x 36 x 77cm
The meaning behind this mask is strength and freedom and is a message of hope that one day all young people will be able to express the strength that lies within them and the freedom to openly develop their true personality.
Paige Brownlee Year 11, Heatley Secondary College
Caught [detail]
2015
Watercolour and ink on paper 70 x 50cm
This piece is about the transition between being free and captured, both physically and mentally. The bird in the cage is restricted and caught, whereas the wings around this bird show the freedom of others. Freedom is what everyone and everything deserves, both mentally and physically.
Larissa Malpas Year 12, Heatley Secondary College
Transition of Mind [detail] Watercolour on paper 30 x 50cm
2015
The motivation behind this piece is to raise awareness about mental illness. It shows the transition from a healthy mind to an unhealthy mind. It also shows how mental illness can affect anyone; it can occur at any time and that we must prevent this from being a stigma.
Mikkayla Salter Year 11, Heatley Secondary College
Life & Death [detail] Mixed media on paper 100 x 150cm
2015
This work is about the transition between the life and death of our environment, due to human destruction. The girl’s face which is alive represents the ‘perfect’ pristine environment, which exists without human destruction and interaction. The roses represent life and growth.
Georgia ANDERSON Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Erasing Innocence [detail]
2015
Mixed media on canvas 60 x 74cm
Images of self-loving and provocative young women posted on social media sites are destroying their innocence. The work discovers how the impact of social media encourages and manipulates teenage girls to post these revealing images.
Georgia ANDERSON Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Ανακαλύπτουν (Discover in Greek) [detail] Mixed media on canvas 40 x 50cm
2015
This is an exploration of Greek mythology. It challenges viewers to look past the clichéd or superficial interpretations of Greek mythology into the finer details and hidden symbolism.
Darcy ARTHURS Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Past Reflections [detail]
2015
Mixed media and collage on paper 75 x 55cm
Our ideas on the world are based on our subjective experience. Whilst the people you hold close can’t write life for you, the lessons learnt guide you. From there, it’s up to you to utilise what you have.
Darcy ARTHURS Year 11, Kirwan State High School
The Lioness [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 40 x 57cm
This work is about being brave, being the person you were born to be. Utilising one’s true potential and taking our strengths and letting them shine through. The vibrancy throughout is symbolic of the blood pumping through our veins, how we are many things at once. It’s about encouraging us to wear our heart on our sleeve.
Charlotte BLAGG Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Vibrance [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 62 x 46cm
This artwork explores the vibrancy and beauty in simple natural objects. I wanted viewers to stop and think about the natural beauty and highlight the vibrant colour palette in nature.
Olivia CARTWRIGHT Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Zodiac: The Three Faces [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 82 x 63cm
The three faces symbolise the personality of a Gemini (myself). Hidden above the faces is the zodiac wheel. The top face represents gregarious; the middle face, vivacity; and the bottom face, duality. The matter or material accessorising these representations of me also represents my love of creativity and nature.
Olivia CARTWRIGHT Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Wanderlust [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 47 x 35cm
An adventurous piece exploring travel to capture nature, vintage treasures, ancient script and vibrant, colourful beauty. Asia fascinates me and it’s the first continent I plan to venture to, so I wanted to express the wonderment and awe for others to enjoy.
Kiana Dixon Year 12, Kirwan State High School
The Bonfire [detail] Mixed media on board 60 x 90cm
2015
When visiting my family home in New South Wales, every night was spent huddled around this beautiful bonfire in my Nan’s backyard. The fire brought us all together again and we shared many stories. This artwork crystallises my understanding of how families can be apart and come together.
Rosalie ERRINGTON Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Man Developing as God [detail]
2015
Mixed media and collage on canvas 20 x 42cm
This piece shows the revolutionary stages of development in society. The Industrial Revolution was one of the greatest instances of change in this world’s history. Here it is compared to the present revolution of modern society, the advancement of technology.
Darcie FIELDING Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Amethyst Rose [detail]
2015
Watercolour, oil pastel, spray paint and pencil on paper 50 x 38cm
My artwork captures the essence of all things beautiful and expensive. The many fragments and facets in the stone, provokes the viewer to question whether wealth is a simple way of describing someone or something.
Brittany Gould Year 12, Kirwan State High School
Bluebells [detail]
Mixed media on canvas 122 x 91cm
2015
Bluebells is a palimpsest work based on the life of Joan Gould, my Grandma. She is a woman filled with many different intricacies that embrace individuality and true inner acceptance.
Rebecca KUILBOER Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Tribal Strengths [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 50 x 37cm
Tribal Strengths explores the vibrancy, strength, symbolism and connectedness in Maori culture. Elements such as tribal tattoos and the paua shell were influential in the exploration of this work.
Madelyn NORTHEAST
Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Nothing else matters, cause I’m happy now [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 34 x 46cm
My artwork shows a unique metaphor for happiness. Ever felt so happy that your face scrunches up and you just want to run around or swing on a chandelier? I wanted to show how sometimes our inner emotions don’t always come forth to the surface.
Madelyn NORTHEAST Year 11, Kirwan State High School
I am Good [detail]
2015
Pencil and acrylic on paper 92 x 65cm
This artwork reflects on one’s journey through life. It explores someone who is not what society sees as normal, being praised and loved which in my opinion is the most important emotion and necessary on the road to happiness. The simplicity of the figures makes the viewer concentrate on the emotions portrayed.
Madison RAGAU Year 11, Kirwan State High School
Chambers of the Brain [detail]
2015
Mixed media on paper 30 x 91cm
Ancient philosophers and modern psychologists share the concept of a three-part mind with separate domains for thinking, feeling and doing. These domains or chambers express my belief in this and I have portrayed each characteristic and mind-part separately.
Zoe Seitis Year 12, Kirwan State High School
I am Alice [detail]
Mixed media on canvas 100 x 120cm
2015
The concept is the exploration and discovery of my identity. I was in a dark place in my life, and it is hard to explain the feeling of being lost in my own world. I looked into my past and reflected on things that I have lived through and experienced to try and find out who I am now.
Zoe Turner Year 12, Kirwan State High School
The Sum of Us [detail] Mixed media on canvas 100 x 120cm
2015
Some people dream of having a great friendship, and I have been fortunate to have one. Growing together throughout our teenage years has seen me focus on the Yin and Yang of our personalities. The Sum of Us demonstrates how different my best friend and I are and yet, how the same we are.
Ebony Waite Year 12, Kirwan State High School
Freedom [detail]
Mixed media on canvas 100 x 120cm
2015
Cheerleading is a strong, team sport with self-empowering skills for both females and males. Society and many feminist groups give this sport a bad name. I want to bring awareness to the integrity of this amazing sport that has engaged my freedom of expression, dance, fitness and self-worth.
Chrisinda CAWOOD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints Various sizes
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Island Bird of Paradise Dress created by Metzli Spence who was in Year 12 at All Souls St. Gabriel in Charters Towers. The challenge was to showcase the artwork and let it tell a story.
Chrisinda CAWOOD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Peaceful Mornings [detail] Inkjet print on paper 21.5 x 14.5cm
2015
In this photograph I was playing around with depth of field. I like how the background is blurred which allows the pole (which is in focus) to be the focal point.
Briody GIBSON Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Sustainably Suburban created by Lucy Gounaris, who is in Year 12 at St Margaret Mary’s College. Based on nature, the artwork is a neutral, beige colour with lots of small details in either green or blue.
Talia losberg Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints Various sizes
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Tribal created by Kelsey Weight, who is in Year 10 at Northern Beaches State High School. In order to capture the essence of the artwork, I chose to use a black background to make the colours stand out and look more vibrant; the lighting I used further enhanced this quality.
Jessica SMITH Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Morning Haze [detail] Inkjet print on paper 21.5 x 14.5cm
2015
I took this photograph very early one morning when there was a lingering, hazy fog. It was a beautiful, peaceful morning and the image captured the feeling perfectly.
Danielle THOMAS Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Love [detail]
2015
Inkjet print on paper 21.5 x 14.5cm
Light painting is a technique used in photography which uses a long exposure time. I really enjoyed getting my friends to spell the letters out (in reverse) so I could photograph the word ‘love’; I lost count of how many times we had to do it to get it just right.
Danielle THOMAS Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Air Hostess created by Alana Lincoln, who was in Year 12 at Kirwan State High School. It was an interesting artwork to photograph as it was made completely from newspapers. Initially I had the model pose on a grey background in very formal positions, however I then asked her to have a bit of fun and pose in a whimsical manner.
Danielle THOMAS Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Cherry Blossom created by Jacinta Entriken, who is in Year 10 at Northern Beaches State High School. It is such a delicate, pretty artwork that I wanted to photograph it so that it highlighted that aspect; the bright white background in three of the photographs does this beautifully.
Danielle THOMAS Year 11, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints Various sizes
These photographs are of a wearable artwork From Gutter to Glamour created by Francesca Napier, who is in Year 12 at St Margaret Mary’s College. The main feature of the dress is the green bottle tops and as such I chose a green background to complement this.
Michael VAN AKKEREN Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Bloom created by Belinda Whalley, who is in Year 10 at Northern Beaches State High School. It is a very bright and colourful piece featuring an abundance of paper flowers. I chose to photograph the piece in front of a white background, which made the bright colours of the flowers stand out more in contrast to the black dress.
Georgia WARD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Harry Potter Deconstructed, which was created by Sarah-Louise Hoffman who is in Year 10 at Northern Beaches State High School. I wanted to make sure people knew that the artwork was based on the Harry Potter books, which is why I asked the model to pose with the actual book and a wand.
Georgia WARD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Vibrant Morning [detail] Inkjet print on paper 21.5 x 6cm
2015
This image was taken very early in the morning when the sun had barely come up. The image was originally quite dull but then I enhanced the photo in Photoshop to create a more vibrant feeling.
Georgia WARD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork Party Time created by Taleah Ross, who is a Year 10 student at Northern Beaches State High School. As the name suggests, it really was a ‘party’ trying to photograph these images. I had the model dance and twirl around and captured the movement of the CDs with a slow shutter speed.
Georgia WARD Year 12, Northern Beaches State High School
Untitled [detail]
2015
Series of four digital prints 14 x 21cm each
These photographs are of a wearable artwork The Missing Piece created by April Godinez and Anna Ta, who are both Year 10 students at Heatley Secondary College. With such an innovative artwork I wanted to make sure I created a dramatic effect in the photographs. This was achieved with a dark background and specific, directional lighting.
Victoria-Rose Alexion Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Victoria’s Produce [detail] Mixed media 60 x 40 x 80cm
2014
The artist box has been manipulated to represent myself through the things I love and are important to me. The typewriter, the ream rotating through the machine expresses interests, quotes and meaningful aspects. The rolling pin and produce box express my family’s support for fresh produce and growing your own produce.
Tamara BOBIN Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Festival of Colours [detail] Acrylic on canvas 122 x 91cm
2015
My artwork explores the focus of the Holi Festival in India. The message is about new beginnings, equality and freedom celebrated within this festival. Visual language such as colour is used to create expressions of freedom, happiness, and excitement.
Danni Bretzke Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Corruption [detail] Acrylic on canvas 74 x 90cm
2015
Corruption features an iconic legal image. The issue of money within the legal system no longer lies within bribery and illegal trickery. It also can be seen within the use of legal representatives. It is obvious to all that if you want something better, there is a cost; the legal system is no exception with money buying better legal support.
Olivia CURRIN Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Refraction [detail]
2015
Acrylic on canvas (compound) 150 x 110cm
Refraction shows the environment trying to drown our footprint, slowly sinking into the abyss of nature’s water system: ironically, the source of all living things. Without the environment we would have no air to breathe, no place to grow, and most importantly no water to thrive. Red heads as the warning sign to regroup and cluster together once more, like the balloons representing hope conserving our earthy energies for generations to come, minimising our footprint on the earth.
Shania FULLARD Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Modern Apocalypse [detail] Acrylic on canvas 74 x 90cm
2015
The main inspiration for the painting was the four horsemen of the apocalypse: Conquest, Death, War and Famine. The horsemen themselves are each so striking, and although the text from which they are taken was written centuries ago they still represent problems present in today’s society.
Lily Glendenning Year 12, Pimlico State High School
They are Making a Knew World [detail] Acrylic on canvas 121 x 190cm
2015
This work explores war from personal and socio-cultural contexts and the effect of the Afghanistan war on children. Each canvas features a site of war where children have been impacted by the violence. Children, as well as Australian soldiers, are used to express trauma and devastation.
Naomi HORN Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Brandy’s Sunset [detail] Acrylic on canvas 120 x 80cm
2015
I grew up on the back of a horse and in this painting I have my first pony, Brandy. This passion for horses and especially Brandy brings pure warmth and joy to my heart. The old water tank on the mound represents my safe place, where I hid from all my problems. The most hidden message is in the sunset as this chapter of my life did come to an end.
brooke hurditch Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made [detail] Painted wire and plywood 60 x 130cm
2014
My wire sculpture explores birth and identity from personal and spiritual contexts. The artwork is inspired by Psalm 139 in which David writes about being knitted together in the womb. This sculpture communicates that we are all purposely, uniquely and intimately created by an all knowing and loving God.
Mackenzie JESTON Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Unknown [detail] Acrylic on canvas 120 x 60cm
2015
Unknown focuses on a human that is so intrigued in technology that she forgets she is at the beach. You don’t have to be stuck behind a laptop screen to see the real world. It’s about taking one step outside your door and you are there!
SANNA KARVINEN Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Bubble Reef [detail] Acrylic on canvas 60 x 70cm
2015
All the ocean animals shown in this artwork have been painted in their natural habitat without the destruction of humans. The message is to remind society of the beautiful Great Barrier Reef that we all need to help look after.
Nicola katsaros Year 11, Pimlico State High School
Self-Portrait [detail] Mixed media on canvas 91 x 60cm
2015
This self-portrait explores my personality, interests and beliefs. In addition to my physical likeness I have used visual language such as symbolism to communicate hidden meanings.
DESIREE KEWE Year 11, Pimlico State High School
Self-Portrait [detail] Acrylic on canvas 101 x 76cm
2014
This self-portrait embodies a physical likeness of myself, and has hidden meanings through the use of symbols. These include the globe, which represents my love of travelling and nature, and the Bird of Paradise that symbolises the importance of my culture (Papua New Guinea) in my life.
Ingrid MILLER Year 11, Pimlico State High School
Self-Portrait [detail] Mixed media on canvas 120 x 60cm
2015
This self-portrait artwork explores who I am beyond my physical appearance. I have used stencils and spray paint over collage on canvas. The bright rainbow colours and symbols of Mars, Venus and Mercury have been used to represent aspects of my personality, in particular my LGBTQ identity, which is a key part of my sense of self.
KARINA seyner Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Human-made Effects [detail] Acrylic and liquid glass on canvas 102 x 236cm
2015
My work focuses on pollution and the environment and the disastrous effects plastic has on wildlife in different natural habitats. The canvases show a reef where green turtles mistake plastic bags for jellyfish; a possum and its baby trapped by plastic within trees; and three kookaburras entwined with plastic as they fly across their habitat at sunset.
Tasha STARECZEK Year 12, Pimlico State High School
Existentialism [detail] Acrylic on canvas 93 x 121cm
2015
This artwork represents the way humans view themselves as the centre of importance, hardly taking notice of what is around them. It concentrates on the site of Earth depicted in the centre of the canvas, illuminated by the stars and nebulae around it.
Hanah WHYTE Year 11, Pimlico State High School
Self-Portrait [detail]
2014
Mixed media on canvas 90 x 60cm
This self-portrait symbolises aspects of my identity which are often hidden. The appropriation of Van Gogh’s Starry Night reflects the concept that ‘I live and speak art’, as well as my admiration for his journey as an artist. The city-scape portrays my love for big cities, with high energy and bright lights.
Courtney HALL Year 12, Ryan Catholic College
Flower dress [detail]
2015
Mixed media, plastics, silk, paint, bark, photography, canvas 90 x 180cm
The installation combines wearable art, photography and a painted canvas. The wearable artwork investigates the issues of identity. I have researched the meaning of flowers and colours and have selected them to reveal my personality. The art elements have been manipulated to represent lights and shades within life.
Ashley PETERSEN Year 12, Ryan Catholic College
Icons [detail]
2015
Collage and mixed media on canvas 90 x 180cm
Three celebrities or icons were chosen because they represented an era and their deaths shocked the entire world. The work is all about impact. These three impacted the world in such a big way but had layers of problems and truths within them.
Jack SINGH Year 12, Ryan Catholic College
Metamorphosis – Change over time [detail] Photoshop collage (diptych) 20 x 20cm and 20 x 25cm
2015
This artwork branches from a study of metamorphosis. The starry night cat was my first attempt to layer images that linked my ideas about nature and spirituality. The lion and the butterflies depict my interpretation of the process of growth, living and ageing.
Jessica BELL Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Strike [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint and oil pastel on paper 65 x 46cm
My artwork represents an exploration of abstraction and process art. My focus was how the apple was created, rather than the final appearance. The table was my canvas for this artwork where I finger painted my still life object onto the surface and transferred the design onto paper.
Logan BUCZYNSKY Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Still Fire [detail]
2015
Pencil, oil pastels, acrylic paint on paper 46 x 65cm each
My artwork represents an exploration of abstraction through Realism, Cubism and Process art. I endeavoured to abstract the foundation shapes of the still life objects to ultimately simplify it to lines and shapes.
Sarah HEWITT Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Cup [detail]
2015
Oil pastels and acrylic paint on paper 65 x 46cm each
My artwork represents an exploration of abstraction and process art. My focus was how the cup was created, rather than the final appearance. The table was my canvas for this artwork where I finger painted my still life object onto the surface and transferred the design onto paper.
Sarah KERR Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Cube [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint and oil pastel on paper 65 x 46cm
My artwork represents an exploration of abstraction and process art. My focus was how the jar was created, rather than the final appearance. The table was my canvas for this artwork where I finger painted my still life object onto the surface and transferred the design onto paper.
Nicole PARKER Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Oil Spill [detail]
2015
Pyrography pen and oil pastels wood 176 x 59.5cm
The intended meaning of my artwork is to represent oil spills and how it affects the environment. I have used the boat at the top of my artwork to show how oil spills affect sea creatures like sea horses and eventually reaching land creatures like pelicans.
Kaila RICE Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Fragile Earth [detail]
2015
Plaster, acrylic paint, fabric glue and styrofoam sphere on cardboard 94 x 41 x 28cm
I am attempting to communicate the severe impact of global warming. The gradual increase in the average temperature of Earth’s atmosphere and its oceans is believed to permanently change the Earth’s climate.
Jasmine SANSALONE Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Feathered [detail]
2015
Pencil, oil pastels, acrylic paint on paper 46 x 65cm
My artwork represents an exploration of abstraction through Realism, Cubism and Process art. I endeavoured to abstract the foundation shapes of the still life objects to ultimately simplify it to lines and shapes.
Demi-Rose SUTTON Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Circus [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint, wire and hot glue on a drum 37 x 37 x 20cm
The intended meaning of my artwork is that the circus isn’t always what it seems. When we attend a circus performance we see talent, entertainment and a façade of life as a circus animal. I wanted to explore the emotions of the animals and what we don’t see after the show has finished and the audience has left.
Mikayla THOMPSON Year 11, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Jelly Bin [detail]
2015
Plastic, fishing line and aluminium on a clothes hanger 120 x 50cm each
This jellyfish sculpture reflects the environmental issue of marine pollution. I want to raise more awareness of the impact that rubbish has on our ocean and marine life by incorporating a number of materials that impact on the marine environment.
Donnika WILLIAMS Year 12, St Anthony’s Catholic College
Lost Art [detail]
Watercolour on paper 100 x 120cm
2015
My work presents a boy with his headphones on, listening to music while he is surrounded by his personal thoughts that look into his imagination. I am confronting the viewer to consider the lost art of imagining due to the increased use of technology in our youths.
Hannah BOWMAN Year 12, St Margaret Mary’s College
Sailing for Adventure [detail] Acrylic and medium on canvas 77 x 200cm
2015
This triptych explores my existence through my family bloodlines. On the way to searching for my identity, I first needed to find the roots, the structure and the beginning. Sailing for Adventure entails a flowing landscape across Ireland, Scotland, England and Denmark which blends into a continuous scene.
Erryn DOXEY Year 12, St Margaret Mary’s College
Side Effects [detail] Photographs on paper 39 x 100.5cm
2015
My work reflects the concept of existence. The series of photographs focuses on the existence of positive and negative forces in life that impact on our moral decisions and often leave us feeling conflicted.
Ashlei MAJOR Year 12, St Margaret Mary’s College
Who Am I? [detail]
2015
Watercolour, pencil, sand and conté on paper 58 x 77.7cm
Although my concept explores the fragility of Indigenous culture’s rich traditions, it is our younger generation who are able to keep it alive through modern and contemporary artwork and culture. I have incorporated both traditional and contemporary art forms in my work in order to tell my story of existence.
Francesca NAPIER Year 12, St Margaret Mary’s College
Lines of Connection [detail]
2015
Papier mâché on board and photographs on photo paper Various sizes
Each of the composed photographs and the papier mâché on board reflects the idea of connection, whether it be to another person, to media and literature, one’s own emerging self-awareness, or to inanimate objects.
Sophie KELLY Year 12, St Patrick’s College
Floral fraternity [detail] Acrylic on canvas 90 x 50cm
2015
Floral fraternity explores family identity. The three canvases identify the individuality of me and my siblings. Each canvas uses flowers symbolic of our respective zodiac signs. The Dahlia is used to represent the star sign of ‘Leo’ for my eldest sister. The golden ratio and paint brush has been included to show her interest in art.
Hetti TOWERS Year 12, St Patrick’s College
Step behind the mask [detail]
2015
Acrylic on canvas and ceramic 90 x 50cm
This is a ‘look’ inside my head. The blue canvas represents my outer shell which people rarely see behind. The red canvas represents me at breaking point. The yellow canvas shows how I feel on the inside or how I think other people see me. The dragon flowing through the background reminds me of my family.
Billie-Jean BARNES Year 12, The Cathedral School
The Hollowness [detail] Acrylic on canvas 90 x 125cm
2015
My painting has more than one meaning to me and I know to others it will tell a different story. To me it is just an expression of humanity. We’re all hollow shells that search for the light in the world. Even if it’s the tiniest spark we will fight, journey for that glimpse of life no matter how small.
Jennifer BOARD Year 12, The Cathedral School
Consumed [detail] Acrylic on canvas 75 x 100cm
2015
Consumed by loneliness, a world of black and white possesses the potential of light and colour. The girl in the foreground has an expression of longing and loneliness even though there are many other figures in the painting. However, those people are inside away from the open, performing actions that they believe are more important in life.
Alexandra BAXTER Year 11, Townsville Grammar School
Prophecy
Mixed media 60 x 180 x 15cm
2015
A prophecy is something that is declared by a prophet, especially a divinity inspired utterance or revelation. This artwork portrays my interest in the subject of divinity and of a religion that is slowly being forgotten. Each letter represents a different bible story that was told to me as a child and has remained important to me ever since.
Nicole COBURN Year 12, William Ross State High School
Environmental Journey [detail] Mixed media 160 x 90 x 90cm
2015
The message within my artwork relates to the impact that humankind is having upon the environment and the damage that we are doing. I was inspired by the work of John Wolseley and Janet Laurence and feel strongly about their viewpoints.
Cara DOHNALEK Year 11, Townsville Grammar School
Festive
2015
Mixed media 30 x 150 x 30cm
When I see or hear the word ‘festive’ a bright and vast variety of colours come to mind, along with laughter and thoughts, culture and celebration. To truly achieve this sense of festivity I have researched many cultural festivals throughout the world. Festive explores how a city, town or country portrays itself in costume, dance, body art, masks and meaning.
Chloe farawell Year 12, William Ross State High School
Our Entertainers Stamp Series [detail] Digital print on paper 84 x 59cm
2015
This four piece stamp series includes ACDC, INXS, Cold Chisel and Wolfmother. I used these as they are the top four most famous Australian Rock Bands in the MTV 2014 top 20. They have shaped Australian music and they are known worldwide.
Reece HOOPER Year 12, William Ross State High School
Unique Nature [detail]
2015
Photography and mixed media installation 95 x 79.5cm
To portray the unique qualities of nature I have explored the subject with photography and image manipulation. I have created different textures and overlapped them, allowing the layers to become visible through each other. Printed onto sheets of plastic the images have then been folded into boxes.
Michael McCLELLAND Year 12, William Ross State High School
Her Journey [detail] Mixed media on paper 49 x 32.5cm each
2015
My artwork explores my own personal journey from South Africa to Australia and is represented by two stereotypical women from each country. Each figure represents what is seen as beauty in that culture.
CLARISSA BRECHBUHL William Ross State High School
Lotta Interior [detail] Mixed media 60 x 45 x 2cm
2015
Lotta Interior is a Latin translation for ‘inner struggle’. This is an extended metaphor for individual morality. All surfaces of this artwork are oil treated and texturised to demonstrate the saturated complexity of such a journey. The raw, unvarnished nature of humanity is the key focus in this work.
CAMERON CALDWELL William Ross State High School
Handle With Care [detail] Mixed media 40 x 128 x 190cm
2015
The hands that form a yellow triangle represent that humans must be cautious on the path they choose in regards to the environment. The environmental features are rough and fragile, like nature. The manmade structures have solid lines to give the impression that the manmade objects are tough.
MADELINE PENDERGAST Townsville Grammar School (North Ward Campus)
Distorted [detail] Mixed media 180 x 162 x 32cm
2015
Living with scoliosis is not easy. This artwork contains three braces that I have worn, each depicting the physical distortion of my spine and the emotional effects and restrictions of living with scoliosis while having to wear a brace.
JASMINE RALLIS Townsville State High School
Pink [detail] Oil on canvas 50 x 40cm
2015
Influenced by artists such as Frida Kahlo and Henri Rousseau, I was inspired to make my own statement about self-image through the use of bold colours, feminine subject matter and the perceived colours associated with this gender. The constant use of pink in face and flowers, plus the use of makeup represents the images associated with femininity.
MADELEINE OTTAWAY
The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James
Hidden self [detail]
Pen and pencil on paper 80 x 55 x 2cm
2015
This artwork explores the way in which teenagers hide their true selves as they are afraid of being judged for not fitting in to what our society considers to be “normal”. The contrast between the natural human figure and the man-made objects highlight the feeling of alienation, which is commonly faced in the journey of self-discovery.
KATIE SUTCLIFFE
The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James
Life’s Rocky Desert [detail] Acrylic on canvas 122 x 91 x 2cm
2015
I used the relaxed, reclining nature of the figures to create a sense of melancholy. The figures, in a state of enlightenment are reminiscing and pensive. The moments that we as people live for and cherish, that drive us to tomorrow, are fleeting, ephemeral. In this piece I was trying to capture the essence of such a moment and to make it timeless.
MORGAN DESIRA
The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James
Soren [detail]
Acrylic on canvas 91 x 122 x 2cm
2015
Faith, for me is an isolating experience, symbolised by the cool blue colours flowing around and cocooning the figure; however, faith is also primarily a source of hope and comfort, hence the warm colours of the figure.
JANAYA EMERY
The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James
Alleviate [detail] Acrylic on canvas 61 x 91 x 2cm
2015
This piece reflects the vulnerability of an individual when learning to trust others and relinquish control. One hand is symbolic of the comfort and support of others whilst the other suggests gratitude. Both hands together are indicative of a mutual understanding and peacefulness.
JASMINE SANSALONE
St Anthony’s Catholic College (Secondary Campus)
Not so Fresh Air [detail]
2015
Cardboard, newspaper, coloured paper, paint, spray paint and cotton wool 42 x 60 x 6cm
We, and many other creatures, belong to the land so it is not our right to ruin it for our own needs without considering the effects on wildlife. I am portraying deforestation, loss of animal habitat, chemical runoff and air pollution to raise awareness for our precious, unique planet.
SOPHIE CONNELL St Patrick’s College Townsville
Lao lilac meets beige Townsville [detail] Digital photography 180 x 200 x 5cm
2015
These photographs explore my Hmong cultural heritage merging with my Townsville lifestyle. The images feature wearable art which depicts my own interpretations of the Townsvillian and Hmong lifestyles.
CAMERON DUFFY St Anthony’s Catholic College (Secondary Campus)
The Bigger Picture [detail] Pencil and pen on paper 120 x 115 x 5cm
2015
The boy can see a vibrant, colourful and vast landscape, representative of what lies beyond the mundane life that many of us live. The nature segment of the artwork contrasts the opposing urban landscape, representing freedom, both in our actions and our mindsets.
KATELYN LOVETT St Anthony’s Catholic College (Secondary Campus)
Allegory [detail]
2015
Books and paper silhouettes 20 x 15 x 5cm
The word ‘allegory’ is a Latin word representing abstract or spiritual meaning through concrete or material forms. This work explores the art of novels and storytelling allowing scenes to unfold in the imagination of the reader or listener.
SUNNI ROBERTS Ryan Catholic College
Mosaic Memories [detail]
2015
Surfboard, glass, nuts and bolts, spark plugs, putty, tiles and shells 50 x 188 x 3cm
Every component has been selected for its personal meaning and reflects my identity. I hope that the audience will take their own personal journey when viewing my artwork. It draws the viewer in and pulls them into the swirl of mosaic pattern. The recycled components are renewed again with personal meanings.
JESSICA BELL
St Anthony’s Catholic College (Secondary Campus)
Paper Trees [detail]
2015
Glue, wood chips, magazine paper on varnished wooden board 72 x 90 x 10cm
Deforestation is represented through the materials I have used as well as the tree dying. It shows how humans are wasting materials that come from trees and how we are destroying the environment. By using paper and wood to create my tree, I am reflecting on what trees are being used for and how they are being wasted.
PYU SAN MIN
Pimlico State High School
The Strength of the Karen [detail] Mixed media on canvas 122 x 91cm
2015
This artwork tries to capture the memory and trauma of the day my mother lost her home, country and her father. In April 1992, Burmese soldiers attacked my family’s village in the Karen State, burning it to the ground. My grandfather was killed and the rest of my family had little time to escape, forced to walk for three days without food or water to get over the border to Thailand.
THOMAS ATKINSON Ryan Catholic College
Evelyn [detail]
2015
Mannequin dressed in bark, origami, string and wire 50 x 190 x 110cm
Women’s bodies are put under unfair and ridiculous scrutiny in media and in society. This work questions the effect of this on the individual. It also suggests that the ending of negative, repressive relationship leads to a personal freedom and free thought.
CONNOR ALIFRACO Pimlico State High School
Enlightenment [detail] Digital prints on corflute 180 x 60cm
2015
These images convey a message about the destruction of our environment. The environments encased in the light bulbs symbolise that these beautiful sites in our world may be lost due to the destructive nature of human beings, and will then only be enjoyed as ‘museum pieces’.
ADELLE KENNETT Pimlico State High School
Under Threat [detail] Acrylic on canvas 91 x 122cm
2015
This tiger comprises of different physical features from the endangered Amur, Bengal, Indochinese and Malayan Tigers, the critically endangered South China and Sumatran Tigers, as well as the now extinct Balinese, Caspian and Javan Tigers. Also portrayed is the fallen head of a Buddha sculpture, the edge of a pit trap, and the hands of a man grasping his way out.
TAYLA HILLER
Kirwan State High School
Outside In. Inside Out [detail] Mixed media 80 x 200 x 7cm
2015
I have been swimming for seven years and my life has always been about swimming and water. From childhood memories of playing in the pool with my sisters, to the competitive swimmer I am today, my work represents the ‘iceberg’ theory by Ernest Hemingway, where the revelation isn’t on the surface, but deep down, where narrative of innocence, imagination and reality meet.
VICTORIA-ROSE ALEXION Pimlico State High School
Bella Vita [detail]
2015
Framed digital prints on photo-paper 152 x 82cm
This collection depicted with handmade wearable art in the installation photography, complements and reminiscences a harmonious and romantic complexity of Renaissance sculptures. Bella Vita shows the parallels and homage of the great masters of High Renaissance and the unity of the artist’s current location, reflecting life in North Queensland surrounded by timeless and raw materials.
TONI DYKSTRA Kirwan State High School
#family1st [detail]
2015
Acrylic paint, collage, charcoal, ball point pen 91 x 122 x 2cm
The intention of this artwork is for the audience to peer into the layers of my life and find the meaning in their own. I have crystallised an investigation of my parents’ love for me, discovering that for all that is important in life, family is first.
JAYDE GRIFFITHS Kirwan State High School
The Tide of My Life [detail] Acrylic, sand, gesso and ink 80 x 100 x 4cm
2015
This artwork reveals my strengths and weaknesses in the journey of life. Metaphorically, this has translated into the tides’ ebb and flow, washing the negative and positive experiences, helping me to seek that balance within myself.
LARISSA MALPAS Heatley Secondary College
Arranged Marriage [detail]
2015
Maps, news articles, paper and fabric 180 x 200 x 200cm
This piece of wearable art is about the kinds of undesirable marriages present in other cultures around the world. It is made of articles about various troubling traditions that have been carried out, or are still being carried out.
MARINEL DIMAILIG Kirwan State High School
José P Rizal [detail] Mixed media on canvas 100 x 120 x 2cm
2015
My artwork explores the concept of “Past, Present and Future”. The shapes and colours used are derived from the Philippine culture, the traditional pattern and shape of the tribe tattoos and also the main colour of the flag.
YUSRA ELMASRI Heatley Secondary College
Transition [detail] Graphite pencil 100 x 75 x 5cm
2015
This work depicts the impact of ageing. This work shows how one man can transition between the stages and ages of life - from baby soft skin to wrinkles and smile lines.
LAUREN HANNAH Heatley Secondary College
The Catcher of Bad Dreams [detail]
2015
Natural mixed media 100 x 200 x 100cm
This sculpture is about how life and dreams can be held back, due to certain requirements, such as school and exams. Dream catchers are made in the belief that they catch bad dreams but they could also catch good dreams.
JAMIE-LEE COWARD Columba Catholic College (Mount Carmel Campus)
Waterfall [detail] Digital photography 90 x 60 x 2cm
2015
This image was taken on an iPhone, and created by experimenting with different editing tools and the shutter speed to change colour and light. I threw flour and coloured ground chalk at the subject, as she was tossing back her hair, to show movement and contrast. I hope the viewer is inspired to wonder where the movement begins, rather than focus on how it is happening.
WENDY WHITE
Heatley Secondary College
Past Remembrance [detail] Fabric 100 x 120 x 5cm
2015
This artwork is about the emotions and feelings that occur when moving from one location to another. My personal experience of moving house, school and location has influenced this work.
ALESIA MERRICK Bowen State High School
Pull, Tuck, Nip [detail]
2015
Assemblage of lace, ribbon and scalpels 40 x 130 x 40cm
Throughout history the female figure has been controlled and shaped to what has been perceived as the ideal form. First, through intricate garments that pulled and tucked the flesh and now with plastic surgery.
ASHLEE WILLIAMS Bowen State High School
Lost Focus [detail]
2015
Pastel, cardboard, mobile phone, computer disks and wood 50 x 180 x 5cm
Social media is dominating the focus of people’s everyday lives. People have lost focus on reality and what really matters.
LINSEY BALDACCHINO Bowen State High School
For the Slaughter [detail]
2015
Newspaper, tissue paper, wire and glue 60 x 180 x 60cm
It is unfair for society to brutally murder and take advantage of animals for things such as food, entertainment, sport and clothing, which are really not necessary in today’s society.
SIU FITIKEFU
Bowen State High School
Their Fate is Decided [detail]
2015
Assemblage with medical pages, stitching, cord, wire coat hanger, wooden poles, cotton, wire and paint 130 x 140 x 3cm
Women have the power to decide if they keep a baby or not and in some cases women will go to extremes to have abortions.
Department of Education, Training and Employment
Introduction The Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art recognises and promotes excellence in senior visual art education throughout state and non-state schools in Queensland. Now in its 25th year, the program has helped raise community awareness of the degree of sophistication in concepts, diversity of technical competence, and the high standard of visual art education in Queensland secondary schools. This year 12 schools have entered artworks by 32 students that form the exhibition in Pinnacles Gallery. This publication features the artworks of the talented young artists who have entered the Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art North Queensland regional exhibition 2015.
North Queensland regional exhibition 2015
Gallery Services, Townsville City Council PO Box 1268 Townsville, Queensland 4810 Australia pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au (07) 4773 8871
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© Gallery Services, Townsville City Council and the authors 2015 Exhibition organised by GALLERY SERVICES Shane Fitzgerald Eric Nash Erwin Cruz Michael Pope Rob Donaldson Jo Stacey Holly Grech-Fitzgerald Carly Sheil Andrea Schutz Sarah Welch Leonardo Valero Rurik Henry Petra Pattinson Jess Cuddihy Wendy Bainbridge Danielle Berry Damian Cumner Jillian Macfie Sarah Reddington Denise Weightman Kelly Bianchi Ruth Hughes
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Pinnacles Gallery 21 August - 13 September 2015
Gallery Acknowledgements Pinnacles Gallery would like to acknowledge the generous support and assistance of the Department of Education, Training and Employment, Queensland Government; Oxlades Art Supplies and Townsville City Council. The Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art would like to thank Oxlades Art Supplies for supplying the Regional Encouragement Award prize pack. A special thank you to Melinda Gould, Regional Coordinator for Creative Generation Excellence in Visual Art. Thank you also to all participating schools, teachers and student artists: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Bowen State High School Columba Catholic College Heatley Secondary College Kirwan State High School Pimlico State High School Ryan Catholic College St Anthony’s Catholic College St Patrick’s College The Cathedral School of St Anne and St James Townsville Grammar School Townsville State High School William Ross State High School
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