THE Y Ballarat\u2019s annual Youth Art Exhibition is now open to the public at Barkly Square, with the work of creatives between the ages of twelve and twenty-five displayed.<\/p>\n
Organiser and engage services youth officer Lily Chancey said more than 80 pieces are part of the showcase, including two award-winning entries.<\/p>\n
Ava Jones was highly commended for a simple but striking still-life depiction of some roses in a vase, while Phoenix received the major artistic excellence award for their print of a rat with a daisy on its head called Clancy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe had some amazing feedback this year,\u201d Ms Chancey said. \u201cThere was a lot of talk about Phoenix\u2019s piece as we hadn\u2019t had many prints in the show this year.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe had a large number of purchases this year. Five people actually asked to purchase Phoenix\u2019s print.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s also a big piece of the Ballarat skyline by night which has been popular, and received lots of feedback, alongside a painting of a lovely calf on a blue background.\u201d<\/p>\n
An opening event was held last Friday evening, with artists\u2019 families, friends, and community members attending to celebrate their achievements.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was great watching everyone mingle and celebrate,\u201d Ms Chancey said. \u201cI am really happy with the outcome.<\/p>\n
\u201cConsidering the opportunities that the Y has given me as a young person, who is fairly green in their career as a youth worker, I\u2019m glad I\u2019ve been able to pay that forward, and be a part of creating opportunities for others.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Youth Art Exhibition is on until Tuesday, 18 July. Visitors to the exhibition can leave a people\u2019s choice vote.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE Y Ballarat\u2019s annual Youth Art Exhibition is now open to the public at Barkly Square, with the work of creatives between the ages of twelve and twenty-five displayed. Organiser and engage services youth officer Lily Chancey said more than 80 pieces are part of the showcase, including two award-winning entries. Ava Jones was highly […]<\/p>\n