Works by 100 artists are in the running for inclusion in the 2023 Surf Coast Arts Calendar and will engage, enthral and entertain on exhibition during October.
The bumper field of submissions for the popular calendar further signals a renaissance, up on entry totals from previous years.
A panel of judges will select the 12 works for the calendar, and a peoples’ vote, both in-person and online during the Surf Coast Arts Calendar Exhibition at Anglesea Art Space will determine a 13th work for the cover.
“It is so good seeing one of Australia’s most creative communities doing its thing with this wonderful volume of entries, and the outstanding quality of the works,” Surf Coast Shire Councillor Rose Hodge said.
“We received 13 entries in the 3D category and 87 in 2D, from a mix of professional and hobby artists.
“Their mediums range from paper mache, painting and linocut to glass and metal work, use of found objects, and etchings.
“I, for one, can’t wait to see them all together in exhibition.”
Judges will choose favourite pieces for the calendar from across three competition categories – open, installed sculptural and child/youth.
Councillors will announce the winning works during launch of the Surf Coast Arts Calendar Exhibition from 6pm to 8pm on 14 October at Anglesea Art Space, 2/103 Great Ocean Road.
Community members are welcome to attend the launch, and the exhibition will open Thursday to Sunday 10am to 4pm from 15 to 29 October, and 10 to 2pm on 30 October.
People will be able to view the works and vote in the people’s choice awards via www.surfcoastartstrail.com.au
All winners will receive a $300 prize.
