2024 – A Record Year for Wild About Wooli ArtShow.
Now Calling all Entries for 2025!
The Wooli Artists Gathering (WAG) has reconvened to make preparations for the Wild About Wooli ArtShow for 2025 after exhibiting a record number of entries in 2024, a total of 166 received from 66 artists with artworks submitted in all categories. It is quite amazing to see how many artists support this local event. Many thanks to all the volunteers who worked tirelessly for weeks to stage the event, charged with tasks to transport art stands, prepare the hall to receive entries, hang the artworks, take care of the sales desk, and work the BBQ and bar on Opening Night, not the mention the miriad of other behind the scenes jobs required in the lead up to the event. Many thanks to our judges, Marc McIntyre and Steve Pickering from Coldstream Gallery. Thankyou to our local business sponsors who provided prize money and funds to financially support the event and Wooli rental house owners who sponsored art stands & spaces at the ArtShow.
Congratulations to all artists for a wonderful effort; to Elizabeth Hardaker, for Best in Show with her painted surfboard titled, “Rainforest to Reef” showcasing marine life & nature of the northern rivers coastal area; to the Highly Commended prize winners in each category and the Wooli Public School for their entries.
Here are the details on prize winners for those categories.
It is time to start thinking about your entries for 2025.
Opening Night will be held on the Friday 18th April 2025 at 6.30pm at the Wooli Community Hall located adjacent the Tennis Courts, and opposite the Wooli Bowls Club. Cost $ 15.00 adults, $5.00 children under 12 years old. The exhibition will continue over the Easter weekend opening on Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th AND Monday 21st April, from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Entry Cost $ 2.00. Further details will be available via an Invitation to the Public 2025. Invitation to the Public- 2025
The theme of the Wild About Wooli ArtShow in 2025 is:
“WHAT ARE YOU WILD ABOUT?”.
For artists, see Information Sheet & Attachment A 2025 – Artist’s Agreement and Attachment B Entry Form 2025 & Swing Tag Template . These forms provide all the information artists need for know, such as terms and conditions and how and when to enter. Completed forms are to be presented in hard copy on delivery day with artwork, or enclosed with entries sent via the post.
Wooli Artist Gathering (WAG) was formed in November 2010 by a group of local artists and those who have an interest in art. The beauty of Wooli and its surrounding area has attracted many artists and stimulated people to develop their artistic talents for many years. Prior to 2010 a growing number of artists were seeking opportunity to gather, discuss, collaborate and support artistic endeavours. The ArtShow now provides a platform to exhibit their artwork and connect with the wider art community and the general public. For those interested in joining our group please get in touch. The Wild About Wooli ArtShow is a great opportunity to be part of a local event, welcoming regulars and visitors to Wooli alike.
Prompted by WAG members and the “Protect Wooli” campaign, the Wild About Wooli ArtShow is not only a positive way to bring attention to the talents of our local artists, but also a fundraiser for Coastal Communities Protect Alliance – Wooli (CCPA).
A 20% commission on the sale of artwork goes towards supporting CCPA in their efforts to represent Wooli at local and state government levels to advocate for the protection of Wooli’s coastal dune, and riverine environment.
For more information about CCPA visit www.protectwooli.com.au
Whether you are one of our previous exhibiting artists, entering for the first time, are a collector of art, or a member of our community interested in organising the event, there is a place for you to be involved. Professional and amateur artists alike are welcome to exhibit. The Wooli Public School children also display their work. The Youth Category offers incentive for our emerging artists.
There are various prizes to be awarded including Best of Show; Highly Commended for each of 6 categories: Painting; Drawing/Print Making; Sculpture/Ceramics; Textile Art; Photography; and Mixed Media; the Youth Category Award; and a separate category for the Wooli Public School Children’s Prize. The People’s Choice Award is decided by popular vote and is announced at the close of the show. Artist or not, come along, enjoy the Opening Night social gathering with a drink and BBQ and admire the works of our talented coastal community. Tickets available at the door, opening from 6.30pm Friday 18th April 2025. For more information refer to the Wooli ArtShow Public Invitation- 2025. For further enquiries: email: wildaboutwooli@gmail.com Facebook: wildaboutwooliartshow