<h2>35th Annual Art &amp; Craft Exhibition</h2>

35th Annual Art & Craft Exhibition

Posted

on Mar 08, 2015

The Rotary Club of Numurkah 35^th Art & Craft Exhibition was described by art judge, renowned artist Barbara McManus, as a superb exhibition.

In opening the exhibition Mayor Cr. Marie Martin asked the question:

Why have an Art Show?

It raises valuable funds.

The Rotary Club of Numurkah has done a remarkable job. From the initial thank you for the kindness shown to Charles Thomson and family it has continued on. We look forward to this event every year. Much needed community funds have been generated. We are marching towards the quarter of a million dollar mark.

It provides an exhibition space for our artists. The artists have a goal to work towards. It takes a lot of courage at times to bare your soul and share your work, regardless of the feedback. It is vital for artists to have exhibition space so that they can grow.

It provides us, the public an opportunity to appreciate the artwork, craft and photography, as well as the chance to purchase pieces.

It has also encouraged some to take up art activities and feel fulfilled through self-expression.

Art is an expression or application of human creative skill and imagination. In this case on visual form, with works produced to be appreciated for their beauty or emotional power.

It provides a point of interaction and sometimes debate, and the opportunity to even discuss a work with a complete stranger. Great connectivity! Such is the power of the visual arts. It affects our sensibilities. It humanises us.

The Rotary Club were pleased with the standard of work on display, receiving favourable comments throughout the weekend.

Art judge Barbara McManus selected the winning entries with comments on each painting.

Best in Show was “Foggy Morning” by Terry Jarvis from Bendigo.

This is a beautifully atmospheric depiction of a rural scene in morning mist. The delicate light in the distance draws the eye and with a tinge of warmth adding balance, complete the picture. Pure watercolour at its best.

Runner Up was “Orchestral Break” by Lorraine Lewitzka from Victor Harbour, S.A.

This is an interesting composition using interlocking shapes. Knowing where to use calligraphy as well as special areas shows an affinity with figures and action.

Highly Commended Watercolour was “Venetian Façade” by Glen Hoyle from Langwarrin.

There is so much detail in this piece but with a marvellous colour pattern throughout tying everything together. The whole effect is one of charm and beauty.

Highly Commended Oil “Studio Warrior & Irises” by Gregory Smith, Nth. Essendon.

The objects’d’artes Greg has selected for this excellent still life display beautifully together. They relate to each other. There is a perfect balance of warm and cool tones and the brushwork cannot be faulted.

Highly Commended Pastel was “Banks of the Murray” by Barbara Beasley-Southgate from Lilydale.

The pastel medium is very versatile. It can be a painting, a drawing, or a combination of both. Barbara has chosen the former and she has worked in layers without over working and the piece is wonderfully fresh and lively.

Highly Commended Regional Artist was “White Faced Herons” by Glenda Cornell from Nathalia.

This is a very harmonious painting. From the background, through the birds and down to the water. The technique ties in so beautifully with extra emphasis outlining the herons.

Photographic Award won by Dennis Rickard from Numurkah with “Misty Sunrise”.

I love the gentle serenity shown here. Compositionally the mirrored trees are perfectly placed and the varied shades in the sky gives depth to the piece.

Commended by the judge; “Nearly a Dozen” Helen Gibson, Taminick, “Burst of Colour” Marcia Greig, Nathalia, “Sand Hill” Glenys Jones, Glenhuntly, “The Bull” Dawn Macdonald, Jerilderie, “Autumn Interlude” Do Noble, Doveton, “Waiting for Customers” Carolyn Marrone, Kangaroo Flat, “Granite Hill” Geoff Paynter, Bendigo, “Macrocarda Bud” Vida Pearson, Haddon, “Billies Tea” Kaye Rossignoli, Shepparton, “Village Series” Janet Tett, Yarrawonga.

Numurkah Home Hardware Award, “Still Life- Waratahs” by Vida Pearson, Haddon, Louis Hamon Pharmacy Award “Let’s Take A Walk” by Marcia Greig, Nathalia,

Numurkah Medical Centre Award “Eagle Tree” by Margaret Connell, Barooga. Numurkah Bakery Award “Ready to Go” by Kaye Rossignoli, Shepparton.

Dou Larkin Refrigeration Award “Pecking Order” by Kaye Rossignoli, Shepparton.

Peter Cox & Sons Regional Artist Award “Double Delight” by Ann Christy, Picola.

Craft judge Claire Reid commented on the quality of the entries and the manner they had been displayed in the exhibition.

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