Creatives celebrated through school initiative

THE St Patrick’s College Flanagan Art Prize has received more than 200 entries from across Australia.

The exhibition, which will include 98 shortlisted works, will open from Friday 21 to Sunday 23 March at St Patrick’s College and works will be available to purchase.

Dr Vincent Alessi, the director of Linden New Art, will be this year’s guest judge and decide the winner of the $10,000 prize as well as other awards.

The winner will be announced on Friday 21 March.

“We are thrilled with the calibre of entries and the enthusiasm shown by artists from across the country,” St Patrick’s College principal Steven O’Connor said.

“The Flanagan Art Prize not only celebrates artistic excellence but also provides our students and the wider community with an opportunity to engage with exceptional contemporary art.

“We warmly invite everyone to visit the exhibition and experience the incredible talent on display.”

Shortlisted artists include Indigenous creative Josh Deane, local ceramic artist Ruby Pilven, multimedia artist Lisa Anderson and Ballarat-born Kim Anderson.

Art Prize coordinator Wendy Sheridan said it was exciting to see the high standard of entries.

“The quality of the submissions has been outstanding, making the judging process incredibly competitive,” she said.

“We have an exciting mix of mediums, styles and themes represented, showcasing both established and emerging artistic voices.

“Visitors to the exhibition can expect a truly inspiring and thought-provoking collection of works.”