What is happening?
The Redland City Council and Redland Art Gallery (RAG) have unveiled the winners of the prestigious Redland Art Awards 2024.
This biennial event celebrates the diverse and vibrant landscape of contemporary Australian painting.
Why it Matters?
The Redland Art Awards provide a platform for emerging and established artists to showcase their work to a wider audience.
It fosters creativity, innovation, and cultural exchange within the local community and beyond.
Local Impact
The exhibition of the finalists’ work at the Redland Art Gallery attracts art enthusiasts and tourists, boosting local businesses and enriching the cultural scene of Redlands.
By the Numbers:
- 400+ entries were received from across Australia.
- 55 finalists were selected to showcase their work.
- $20,000 was awarded as the first prize.
Zoom In:
- First Prize ($20,000): Mirra Whale, Seafood Still Life for Margaret, 2023, Oil, NSW
- Second Prize ($6,000): Joanne Currie, Nalingu, I dropped a stone in our river, 2024, Acrylic, QLD
- Third Prize ($3,000): Pat Hoffie, Balancing Rocks, 2023-24, Oil, QLD
- RAMP Member’s Choice Award ($500): Penelope Oates, Mist Settling, 2024, Mixed Media: Acrylic, ink and heated soldering iron, NSW
Zoom Out:
The Redland Art Awards are part of a broader cultural initiative that aims to promote arts and culture in Redlands.
This event contributes to the region’s reputation as a thriving arts hub.
What to Look For Next?
The exhibition of the finalists’ work, including the winning pieces, will be open to the public starting December 8, 2024, to January 28, 2025.
Visitors can also participate in the People’s Choice Award by voting for their favourite artwork.
