The Burdekin Art Society’s 2025 Art Exhibition was held at the Burdekin Theatre Foyer, showcasing a vibrant display of creativity from artists across the region.
The annual event officially opened on Saturday, 30 August, with a well-attended presentation evening and awards ceremony. Throughout the following week, the exhibition welcomed the public daily, offering a chance to view – and purchase – an impressive range of artworks. Pieces were available for sale starting from just $30, making it an accessible opportunity to support local artists.
With over $7,000 in cash prizes awarded across four junior sections, seven adult categories and several special awards, the exhibition once again drew strong entries. Visitors also tried their luck in the raffle, featuring a stunning artwork generously donated by local artist Tania Leigh, with tickets available for $2.
The exhibition concluded on Saturday, 6 September, coinciding with the Burdekin Water Festival. Extended opening hours gave festivalgoers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the art on display before the doors finally closed.
For further details about the Burdekin Art Society, contact Joanne Barbagallo on 0417 676 567, Luisa Delle Baite on 0448 509 927, or email burdekinartsocietyinc@gmail.com.
OPEN PRIZE: Tomas Zarate was again successful in winning the open prize of $1000 for his watercolour, ‘Boats’
Section 1 - Local, winner: Uli Liessmann, ‘Beautification Committee’
Section 2 – Pastel, winner: John Banfield, ‘Bounce’
Section 3 – Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media, winner: Sharon Wootton, ‘Title No 1’ (Nick and Nel Thone Memorial Award)
Section 3 – Acrylic, Oil, Mixed Media, third: Tania Leigh, ‘Botanical Bliss’
Section 4 – Watercolour, winner: Ruth Heiner, ‘Camping at Fletcher Creek’
Section 5 – Drawing, winner: Sharon Wootton, ‘Eve’s Modern Day Adam'
Section 6 – Miniature, winner: Jeananne Hawthorn, ‘All Ready’
Junior Section A – 7 years and under, winner: Max Minuzzo, ‘The Rainbow Lion’
Junior Section B – 8-10 years, winner: Ashlyn Pearce, 'In the Puddle’
Junior Section C – 11-14 years, winner: Destiny Thomas, ‘View of Japan’
Junior Section D – 15-18 years, winner: Layla Caston, ‘Winter Walk'
2024's Opening Night was an outstanding success (Photo Supplied)
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