THE Kilmore Art Expo is one of the most highly regarded art shows in regional Victoria and this year will be held on April 18 and 19. Importantly for artists, submissions for entry to the Expo close at midnight on Sunday, March 15.
The Expo is well known for exhibiting quality artwork and for having a wide and generous range of awards across many categories. There is $8500 in total prizes and awards in various categories, including paintings, digital art, sculpture and photography.
Adult artists need to apply through the new administration group, Gallery 247, which can be found on www.gallery247.com.au. Just log in and check out Kilmore Art Expo in the ‘Artist Alerts’ section to see the key dates, conditions of entry and sale, as well as when and how to submit your work. Whilst you are there, you will be able to submit your entry on line, but if you need help, please contact Kilmore Art Society by email kilmoreartsocietyinc@gmail.com
As an artist, you might be just starting out, be an established artist, or somewhere in between, but if you are over six years of age and working in painting, photography, sculpture or digital art, you are encouraged to exhibit at the Kilmore Art Expo.
The Kilmore Art Expo offers a unique opportunity for young talent to gain exposure and encouragement, to build confidence, and have a possible sale of your creation as an added bonus.
Total Youth Prizes are in excess of $850, sponsored by Metro Freight Lines. Also the opportunity is there to win the People’s Choice Award, valued at $400 and other prizes including Developing Youth Artist and Youth Encouragement awards. A special Youth Awards Presentation will be held on Sunday, April 19 at 11am.
The show is dedicating valued space in the show to exhibit artworks from young artists. If you are 6–18 years, you can download an entry form from the Kilmore Art Expo website on http://www.kilmoreartexpo.com.au
This is a conventional paper entry form which you can scan and return. Any queries phone Denise Daday 0400 685 144 or email kilmoreartsocietyinc@gmail.com
This is the 18th Kilmore Art Expo, a joint venture between the Rotary Club of Southern Mitchell and the Kilmore Art Society Inc. We encourage involvement by the whole community to view, enjoy and purchase the artwork over the weekend.
Preview Night is on Friday, April 17 from 6.30pm and opens the exhibition. See the award-winning art, meet the artists and enjoy live music, food, drinks and enjoyable company. Exhibition hours are 10am–4pm on Saturday, April 18 and 10am–3.30pm on Sunday, April 19.
A variety of delicious light food is on offer for lunch, or just buy a glass of wine to drink while you peruse the displays.