Exhibition Opening and Awards Reception: Tuesday, August 19, 2:30 pm
The Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition is a showcase of creativity and technical skill among members of the Oshawa Senior Community Centres, Oshawa Public Libraries, and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery. Featuring paintings, drawings, sculpture, and more, this annual community exhibition is structured around a competition theme. This year, the theme is adventure.
The Sienna For Seniors Foundation Award Winners are:
In the NOVICE category…
The RUNNER UP is Elizabeth Warick for her painting The Red House, Costa Rica, which the jury described as a quiet study with a thoughtful composition.
The WINNER is Janina Bogusz. The jury thought Janina’s painting A Door to the Mountains displayed strong technical skills with exciting potential for continued development. They were impressed by the work’s narrative composition, which guided them through a meandering mountainous adventure.
In the HOBBY category…
The RUNNER UP is Karen Moran for her painting Leap of Faith. The jury loved her delicate details, her use of different painting techniques, and the playful interpretation of the theme.
The WINNER is George Yates. The jury enjoyed George’s abstract approach to sculpture. They described his work, titled The Pond, as a creative exploration of materials, noting the sculpture’s compelling composition, which creates a sense of curiosity within the viewer.
In the OPEN category…
The RUNNER UP is Richard Janson for his painting Summer. The jury applauded the impressive technical ability of the artist. The composition is complex and the textures true to life.
The WINNER is Lorrie Priddle for her work Adventure on the River, which the jury described as a strong representation of adventure that could appear on the cover of a novel. The painting places the viewer in the water with its band of young friends and is rendered with skill and exciting technical and formal choices, including perspective, colour, and a loose, expressive application of paint.
Congratulations to all the winners!
The Seniors Art Competition and Exhibition is co-hosted by The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa Senior Community Centres, and the Oshawa Public Libraries. Download the program brochure for more information, including eligibility and contest categories.
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