The Calleen Art Award is an annual acquisitive painting prize and exhibition, running at the Cowra Rgioanl Art Gallery from 6 September to 18 October.
It presents the best of contemporary Australian painting in any style, theme or subject. The Award was established in 1977 as an acquisitive art prize by Mrs Patricia Fagan OAM to encourage originality, creativity and excellence in the visual arts, and is made possible by the generous support of the Calleen Trust.
Since its inception in 1977 by Cowra Art Patron Mrs Patricia Fagan OAM the Calleen Art Award has celebrated contemporary art practices and fostered originality, creativity and excellence in the visual arts.
The exhibition is a must-see opportunity for collectors, art lovers and those with a special interest in contemporary painting.
The winning artwork will join the Calleen Collection at Cowra Regional Art Gallery.
Visitors to the exhibition will have the chance to vote for their favourite artwork.
Funded by the Art Gallery Trust, the winner of the People’s Choice Award will receive $1,000.
This year’s opening event and announcement of the winner will bel held from 6pm – 8pm, Saturday 5 September. Register via Eventbrite or email cowraartgallery@cowra.nsw.gov.au