Minimalism Wins in 2018 Lobsterfest Art Competition

By Jolie Pollard, Editor in Chief, The Placencia Breeze, pollard.jolie@gmail.com

Placencia fishing guide, family restaurateur and artist Grayson Sierra has taken another winner’s cash prize of BZ$250 in the annual Placencia Lobsterfest t-shirt art competition.This is the 26-year-old’s second solo win. He’s shared the glory two times before for collaborative pieces he submitted with his brother Omar, who lost to his younger sibling this year.

Grayson said he decided to keep his art simple in 2018 envisioning what would be best for a t-shirt layout. The art is simple indeed featuring one lone Caribbean spiny lobster against a splash of turquoise blue.

Placencia graphic design artist, Natasha Eiley, is preparing the artwork for promotions and the final t-shirt layout. The contest is organized by the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) who benefits from t-shirt sales as part of their fundraising endeavors. A total of five pieces were submitted for public judging. The Placencia BTIA thanks Tipsy Tuna and Barefoot for providing a space to showcase the entries to voters.▪

Grayson Sierra's winning underwater lobster painting will be featured on the official Placencia Lobsterfest t-shirt.

Grayson's older brother, Omar Sierra, chose to submit a painting of a lobster partying at the Point. Grayson said he was surprised to outdo his sibling.

A total of five entries were submitted for public voting this year. David Lindo's digital creation of a fisherman spearing a lobster was a close contender.

Brian Vernon's inebriated and hammock lounging lobsters provided comic relief.

Marcus August's painting was a favorite for some with its vibrant colors.