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Emerging Artist Prize - Winner
Michelle Black - Ebb Tide #5

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Mary Snow Memorial Emerging Artist Award - Winner
Kristen Flynn - Self Portrait with Grevillea

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The Fairholme Open Art Prize - Winner
Kate Marek - Morning After

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First Nations Artist Prize - Winner
Ryan Lee - Wonnarua

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UniSQ McGregor Retreat Bursary - Winner
Edward Lucas - Journey to Meewah (Table Top Mountain) series

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FACETS

CONNECTING COMMUNITY THROUGH ART

10 - 12 May 2024

Now in its eighth year, ‘Fairholme Open Art Prize – FACETS’, presents a carefully selected and thoughtfully curated presentation by our Curatorial Team that invites a shared conversation, artistic expression, and audience engagement; and it is this, the celebration of Art, Education and Community that have become the focus of this exhibition.

Discover the works of local, regional, national, and international artists in a refined, boutique setting.

OPENING NIGHT

10 MAY 2024

Fairholme College Assembly Hall

Doors open 6pm

$90 per person

Enjoy drinks and canapés while you connect with fellow art enthusiasts and immerse yourself in over 200 works by local, regional, national and international artists.

Watch the brilliantly creative and award-winning artist, Leisl Baker live in action, and have the opportunity to bid on more than 30 artworks by the acclaimed David Hinchliffe via our silent auction.

Tickets on sale from 6pm, Monday 22 April 2024

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ARTISTS IN CONVERSATION BREAKFAST

11 MAY 2024

Fairholme College Assembly Hall

8am to 8.30am

$30 per person

Hear from four esteemed artists and learn about their inspiration, creative process, and personal journeys in the art world.

This year we welcome to the Artists in Conversation panel -

Lyn Diefenbach | Member of the International Guild of Realism, Lyn holds Master Pastellist status with the Pastel Society of Australia, Eminent Pastellist status in the International Association of Pastel Societies and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America.

Dr Rhi Johnson | Senior Lecturer (Creative Arts) at the University of Southern Queensland

Christine Porter | A full time Professional Artist, Printmaker, Teacher and Writer

Dr Elizabeth Shaw | Program Director Graduate Certificate and Master of Visual Arts Queensland College of Art, Griffith University.

Tickets on sale from 6pm, Monday 22 April 2024

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FAIRHOLME OPEN ART PRIZE EXHIBITION

11-12 MAY 2024

Exhibition open to the public:

Saturday 11 May - 10am to 4pm

Sunday 12 May - 10am to 2pm

Fairholme College Assembly Hall

$5 per person entry fee, free for school students.

Over 200 works exhibited

View the stunning works of local, regional, national and international artists in a refined, boutique setting.

This year's Exhibition has been carefully curated by prominent artist and Art Critic, Sandy Pottinger, and Toowoomba Regional Council's Art Galleries & Cultural Services Regional Coordinator, Sue Lostroh.

Our 2024 Guest Judge is Dr Elizabeth Shaw, Senior Lecturer and Program Director for the Graduate Certificate and Master of Visual Arts at the Queensland College of Art, Griffith University.

Live Portrait Competition

Saturday 11 May

11am to 3.30pm

Included in the Exhibition entry fee.

Watch our talented line-up of artists bring a portrait to life right before your eyes, each bringing their unique style and expertise.

Our 2024 Guest Portrait Sitter is Councillor Carol Taylor. Recently re-elected to Toowoomba Regional Council for her firth term, Cr Taylor's esteemed Local Government career has spanned more than 24-years, including serving as Mayor of the former Cambooya Shire Council.

The artists capturing Cr Carol Taylor's exceptional presence include -