For Art's Sake Youthfest is an art exhibition and event showcasing the artistic talent of young people in the City of Gosnells.
It is an opportunity for the community to witness the talent of emerging young artists.
For Art's Sake Youthfest event is a celebratory time to acknowledge those who have submitted artwork for exhibiting and prize winners are announced. Free art workshops, music, giant inflatable, Dodgeball and barbecue are some of the highlights. Open to young people aged 10 to 18 years, and award announcement at 6pm, open to the public.
Participation
Eligibility
Any young person aged 10 to 18 years and is either living or attending school within the City of Gosnells can submit an art piece adhering to the event guidelines.
Categories and Prizes
Submissions are categorised into two categories:
- Year 7 - 9
- Year 10 - 12.
Prizes for each category is as follows:
| 1st Prize | Young People's Choice Award | $200 Jackson's Art Supplies Voucher |
| 2nd Prize | Young Change Makers Award | $100 Jackson's Art Supplies Voucher |
| 3rd Prize | Youth Services Award | $50 Jackson's Art Supplies Voucher |
Submissions
Guidelines to Enter
- The theme is 'For Art's Sake'.
- A maximum of one artwork submission per person.
Schools: a maximum submission of three pieces of artwork for each category
(1 submission per student, 6 submissions per school in total). - Participants can use any medium.
- Artwork should be no larger than A3 (420mm x 297mm) with hanging options on the back.
- Artwork can be provided on canvas or as a framed piece.
- Entries close at 4pm on Tuesday, 12 November 2024.
Submission Instructions
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Step 1 |
Submit a digital copy of the artwork to youth@gosnells.wa.gov.au. - Artist's Name |
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Step 2 |
Provide physical artwork. Artists and/or schools will be contacted in November to organise a collection date for artwork. |
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Step 3 |
Collection/return physical artwork. Artists and/or schools will be contacted on 4 December to make arrangements to collect submitted artwork. |
Event Dates & Locations
Artwork viewing and voting
The community is welcome to view the local talent of young artists participating in this year's exhibition at the City of Gosnells' Civic Centre. All artwork will be displayed in the customer service foyer from the 18th to the 22nd of November, 2024.
For Art's Sake awards and exhibition evening
For Art's Sake Youthfest event will be held on Friday the 29th of November, 2024 from 3pm to 7pm at the Castle youth centre. This is a free event for young people aged 10-18 years, and the award announcement segment of the day is open to the general public at 6pm.
2120 Albany Highway
Gosnells WA 6110
Australia
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