Time is running out

Arts festival event registration coming to a close

The clock is ticking as the 2023 Penola Coonawarra Arts festival fast approaches for registration for events for the popular festival.

Part of the festival’s charm is that the program is always full of new ideas and artistic expression, complementing the events put on by the festival committee supported by its sponsors.

So if you are you planning an art exhibition, photographic workshop, gourmet brunch with the trendiest chef, a concert, a comedy show or an art prize now is the time to get your event details to the organising committee.

All you need to do is complete the Event Holder Registration Form online or print out the handwritten version and post or email it back to [email protected] by January 28 to be included in the printed program.

And if you are looking for inspiration, the festival is going Green for 2023 – a nod to the 2023 logo design – think recycling, upcycling, rejuvenation, environment, renewal, earth.

Registration are also open for the prestigious Balnaves Foundation John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Prize, with a $12,000 prize pool on offer courtesy of the generous sponsorship of The Balnaves Foundation

The prize is open to all emerging and established artists throughout Australia, and entries must be inspired by the works of this early Penola poet. If you’ve entered before, you already know the rewards that go with being part of this event. For those considering entering for the first time, it really is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a dynamic Festival whilst acknowledging Neilson’s place in Penola’s history.

Head to the website for entry details.

WINNING ENTRY: 2022 Winner of the Balnaves Foundation John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Prize Dagny Strand (right) with her work ‘Woman of the forest’, together with Rhana Devenport, Director of the Art Gallery of South Australia and Judge of last year’s award.