West Torrens Art Prize 2022
Faces and/or Places of West Torrens was the theme for the 2022 West Torrens Art Prize.
The successful shortlisted exhibition took place from 4-13 November.
The following prizes have been awarded:
West Torrens Art Prize
Artist: Rachel Scholich
In 2018 following the Adelaide Hills Fires in traumatic life experiences, I started my own business ‘Bluegum Studio’ The name was inspired by the BlueGum leaf which blooms after a fire which represents new life/healing. I currently teach lessons at Vintage Van Gogh but wish to be a full time artist.
Artwork: John Durbridge
John Durbidge 29.07.1944
Active member of the Camden Community Centre oldest self funded centre in SA Volunteered for over 27 years by cooking, bus driving n now overseeing the man’s shed. Married his wife Linda there because “everyone knew where the toilet was”. A kind man who deserves recognition.
West Torrens Art Prize Winner Rachel Scholich with her entry John Durbridge. John Krüger Photography
Runner up
Artist: Georgina Willoughby
Connecting to natural elements of place through walking inspires my semi-abstract image making. The experience of collecting materials and dwelling in place are translated through combinations of printmaking & drawing processes in an attempt to capture the essence of the places I inhabit.
Artwork: Linear Autumn
Linear Autumn describes the various meandering tracks that delineate the Karrawirra Parri. From the fallen bark of the giant karra that signals the end of Hardys Road (a place of departure & return), I have created an ink that radiates the essence of these karra-lined banks during the drier months.
West Torrens Art Prize Runner Up Winner Georgina Willoughby with her entry Linear Autumn. John Krüger Photography
Runner up
Artist: Lloma MacKenzie
Combining inks, lino, paper and mixed media in the production of contemporary print-making, Lloma Mackenzie uses traditional and alternative methods of lino cutting to create both delicate and bold artworks. She explores the themes of place and memory. Natural and man-made environments inspire her.
Artwork: My Parklands
My work is a reflection on the value we place on the green spaces in the Wet Torrens - the linear parkway, private gardens and other parklands. I have created hand-coloured linocuts and collage to make this bold image. The words 'my parklands' are repeated in reverse for interest and intrigue.
West Torrens Art Prize Runner Up Winner Lloma MacKenzie with her entry My Parklands. John Krüger Photography
People's Choice
Artist: Anne Allen
I am a visual artist with a passion for mosaic art. Inspiration for my art comes from the beauty and diversity of the natural world. My mosaic practice allows me to explore the intricacies of colour, form and texture that I see in the world around me.
Artwork: Karrawirra Parri
The River Torrens at Fulham is the inspiration for this mosaic. My connection to this special place began as a child when I would explore and play along the river bank. This connection continued over the years and, in time, I brought along my children, and now my grandchildren to visit the river.
West Torrens Art Prize People's Choice Winner Karrawirra Parri by Anne Allen.
Shortlist
We received many wonderful entries that represented the theme of Faces and/or Places in West Torrens in many different ways, giving the judges a very tough job in choosing the final shortlisted exhibition.