Mary Valley Art prize open

ARTISTS are invited to submit their entries for the annual Mary Valley Art Festival in Imbil, as the event announces its new sponsor, Masondale, who has doubled the prize money for the People’s Choice award to $1000. The festival, held in South-East Queensland, boasts a total prize pool of over $12,000.

The Best in Show award attracts a $3000 prize.

Participants in the youth section, aged 12-17, have a chance to win a prize worth $200, including art materials and a workshop with a tutor.

The 2023 Mary Valley Art Festival will take place from July 20-23 at the Imbil Public Hall, with the opening ceremony conducted by local creative Ian Mackay on July 21 at 6pm.

Art lovers are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore Mary Valley Country, where the fine art gallery, Art on Yabba, offers the opportunity to take home a unique piece of art.

Entry forms must be submitted by July 10. More details at www.maryvalleyartfestival. com.au

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