Connect Collaborate Celebrate 2023

Willoughby City

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Applications are now open for creative local artists living with a disability to submit their masterpieces for exhibition in the Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate Art Competition 2023.

Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate, now in its fifth year, provides a platform for artists living with disability to showcase their creative work including drawings, graphic art or paintings.

Willoughby City Mayor Tanya Taylor said she was looking forward to seeing a diverse range of local talent on exhibition at the Dougherty Centre.

“Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate never fails to shine a spotlight on some of the incredible artistic talent in our local community,” Mayor Taylor said.

“Whether you are a skilled drawer, have an eye for photography or take a passing interest in creative work, I encourage anyone with different abilities to take part in this amazing opportunity.”

Artists of all abilities are encouraged to submit their work consistent with one or more of the themes – Connect, Collaborate and Celebrate.

Artwork will be on exhibition at the Dougherty Community Centre, 7 Victor Street, Chatswood from 27 November to 15 December (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm).

Prize winners will be announced at an invitation only morning tea at the Dougherty Centre on 30 November to celebrate International Day of People with Disability.

The overall winner will be awarded a $500 pre-paid voucher and the opportunity to hold a solo artwork exhibition at the Dougherty Centre.

$100 pre-paid vouchers will also be awarded to two runner-up entries.

Artwork must be submitted by 5pm on 31 October to be included in the exhibition.

To submit please visit this website: https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Community/Arts-and-culture/Visual-Arts/Art-Space-on-The-Concourse/Connect-Collaborate-Celebrate-Art-competition-2023

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