CELEBRATING its new partnership with Sunshine Coast Art and Framing Gallery, in the busy hub of commercial activity in Minyama, the Holmes Prize for Excellence in Realistic Australian Bird Art 2023 presents its stunning exhibition of 40 of the best wildlife artists from across Australia.
In its 7th year, the Holmes Art Prize—a major national art prize, is sponsored annually by Sunshine Coast dermatologist, Dr Gary Holmes and his wife, Dr Margaret Anderso.
Victoria-based, internationally acclaimed wildlife artist of over 40 years, Steve Morvell, is the competition’s judge who will decide the ‘Best in Show’ accolade.
The Best in Show winner will win $15,000, along with four awards of excellence, with each winning $1000 each.
The winners will be announced at the official opening on Friday 27 October by the judge.
During the exhibition, visitors are invited to vote for the $1000 People’s Choice award with voting forms are available at the exhibition or via the Holmes Art Prize Facebook page.
There are a staggering 19 of the 40 finalists from Queensland, 10 of whom are locally based Sunshine Coast artists.
The exhibition is open seven days a week from Friday 27 October to Friday 24 November at the Sunshine Coast Art and Framing Gallery, Nicklin Way, Minyama 4551. Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Sunday 10am to 2pm. https://www.facebook.com/The-Holmes-Prize-For-Realistic-Australian-Bird-Art-1065007380246108