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Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, 4000 (just up from Roma St)

We are an open, vibrant society providing a community hub for all artists and art loving public. Our beautiful gallery is centrally located and easily accessed. We regularly hold new exhibitions in the gallery. Workshops and Life Drawing Classes are held regularly in the gallery and, as with most of our activities, anyone (not just members) can join in. You can privately hire:

  • our gallery spaces for private art exhibitions, classes and workshops.
  • our venue as a creative backdrop for corporate team-building sessions, concerts, fashion parades, book launches, auctions, fundraising and birthdays or baby showers.

Everyone is welcome to come along to events at the gallery which include monthly artist talks and social gatherings, exhibition openings and other events. Visit our facebook page (rqasBRIS) for more information. Please note the Gallery has limited accessibility for some of our events, please contact us via phone or email for more information.

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠
This work is captivating in its accuracy and disciplined observation. The artist has patiently captured the complex nuances of light and skin texture with a level of refined skill that brings the subject to life with startling realism."⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
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Artwork credit: Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon, Coloured Pencil, NFS @artbylilah⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠ This work is captivating in its accuracy and disciplined observation. The artist has patiently captured the complex nuances of light and skin texture with a level of refined skill that brings the subject to life with startling realism."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon, Coloured Pencil, NFS @artbylilah⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠
This work is captivating in its accuracy and disciplined observation. The artist has patiently captured the complex nuances of light and skin texture with a level of refined skill that brings the subject to life with startling realism."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Self Portrait by Lilah McMahon, Coloured Pencil, NFS @artbylilah⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Coming up next after the Young Artist Award is the much anticipated Queensland Figurative! In the lead up to this exhibition, we are please to introduce our judge: Julie Fragar 🎨⁠
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Julie Fragar is an Australian artist and painter. Her work is held in major public collections including the Art Gallery of New South Wales (Sydney); Art Gallery of South Australia (Adelaide); and the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (Brisbane). She has undertaken several Australia Council for the Arts funded projects and residencies, has been the recipient of major awards and institutional commissions.⁠
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In 2025 she was named the winner of the Archibald Prize for her portrait ‘Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene)’. Fragar completed a Bachelor of Fine Art (Hons) and a Master of Fine Art at Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney and a PhD at the Queensland College of Art, Griffith University where she is Associate Professor in Visual Arts.⁠
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The Queensland Figurative will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery from 10th of April to the 10th of May, and to open the exhibition we invite you to join us on Thursday, 16th of April at 7pm for the opening and awards night ✨⁠
For more information and to book tickets visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/qld-fig-2026/ ⁠
@julie.fragar

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Coming up next after the Young Artist Award is the much anticipated Queensland Figurative! In the lead up to this exhibition, we are please to introduce our judge: Julie Fragar 🎨⁠ ⁠ Julie Fragar is an Australian artist and painter. Her work is held in major public collections including the Art Gallery of New South Wales (Sydney); Art Gallery of South Australia (Adelaide); and the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (Brisbane). She has undertaken several Australia Council for the Arts funded projects and residencies, has been the recipient of major awards and institutional commissions.⁠ ⁠ In 2025 she was named the winner of the Archibald Prize for her portrait ‘Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene)’. Fragar completed a Bachelor of Fine Art (Hons) and a Master of Fine Art at Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney and a PhD at the Queensland College of Art, Griffith University where she is Associate Professor in Visual Arts.⁠ ⁠ The Queensland Figurative will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery from 10th of April to the 10th of May, and to open the exhibition we invite you to join us on Thursday, 16th of April at 7pm for the opening and awards night ✨⁠ For more information and to book tickets visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/qld-fig-2026/ ⁠ @julie.fragar

Coming up next after the Young Artist Award is the much anticipated Queensland Figurative! In the lead up to this exhibition, we are please to introduce our judge: Julie Fragar 🎨⁠
⁠
Julie Fragar is an Australian artist and painter. Her work is held in major public collections including the Art Gallery of New South Wales (Sydney); Art Gallery of South Australia (Adelaide); and the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (Brisbane). She has undertaken several Australia Council for the Arts funded projects and residencies, has been the recipient of major awards and institutional commissions.⁠
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In 2025 she was named the winner of the Archibald Prize for her portrait ‘Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene)’. Fragar completed a Bachelor of Fine Art (Hons) and a Master of Fine Art at Sydney College of the Arts, University of Sydney and a PhD at the Queensland College of Art, Griffith University where she is Associate Professor in Visual Arts.⁠
⁠
The Queensland Figurative will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery from 10th of April to the 10th of May, and to open the exhibition we invite you to join us on Thursday, 16th of April at 7pm for the opening and awards night ✨⁠
For more information and to book tickets visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/qld-fig-2026/ ⁠
@julie.fragar ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠
An outstanding artwork given the young age of this artist. Using a simple pencil to skilfully describe the variety of shapes, surfaces and textures observed in an everyday space, all while capturing the diffused light through a window to illuminate the scene."⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu, Pencil, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠ An outstanding artwork given the young age of this artist. Using a simple pencil to skilfully describe the variety of shapes, surfaces and textures observed in an everyday space, all while capturing the diffused light through a window to illuminate the scene."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu, Pencil, NFS.⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠
An outstanding artwork given the young age of this artist. Using a simple pencil to skilfully describe the variety of shapes, surfaces and textures observed in an everyday space, all while capturing the diffused light through a window to illuminate the scene."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: My Quiet Space by Felicity Lu, Pencil, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠
An intriguing viewpoint elevates this small monochrome work. The technical mastery in its disciplined, accurate rendering, showcasing a highly refined control over the medium to achieve exceptional realism."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines, Graphite Pencil, NFS @artbybryani⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠ An intriguing viewpoint elevates this small monochrome work. The technical mastery in its disciplined, accurate rendering, showcasing a highly refined control over the medium to achieve exceptional realism."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines, Graphite Pencil, NFS @artbybryani⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - a High Level of Accuracy and Refined Detail⁠
An intriguing viewpoint elevates this small monochrome work. The technical mastery in its disciplined, accurate rendering, showcasing a highly refined control over the medium to achieve exceptional realism."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Asleep by Bryani-rose Raines, Graphite Pencil, NFS @artbybryani⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), ⁠Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠
The most striking element of this painting is the observation of light and shadow and how that behaves in a physical space when describing a complex subject that includes foliage, architectural and human elements. All the while balancing technical skill with a strong sense of being there."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang, Acrylic NFS⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), ⁠Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠ The most striking element of this painting is the observation of light and shadow and how that behaves in a physical space when describing a complex subject that includes foliage, architectural and human elements. All the while balancing technical skill with a strong sense of being there."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang, Acrylic NFS⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17 years and under), ⁠Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life⁠
The most striking element of this painting is the observation of light and shadow and how that behaves in a physical space when describing a complex subject that includes foliage, architectural and human elements. All the while balancing technical skill with a strong sense of being there."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Mother in the Bad Ischl Summer by Weiliao Zhang, Acrylic NFS⁠
@annetteraff ...

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There`s not much time left now to buy tickets for the Marvellous Mugs workshop run by the talented Carys Martin!⁠
Held at Carys Martin Ceramics (offsite from Petrie Terrace Gallery), this relaxed and welcoming session focuses on surface decoration and personal expression by creating your very own mug. Participants will each receive a leather-hard, wheel-thrown mug form to work upon, allowing you to concentrate fully on texture, pattern, and design without the pressure of throwing the form yourself.⁠
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When: Saturday, 21st of March, 10am-12pm⁠
Ticket price: ⁠
- $100 for RQAS Brisbane Members⁠
- $115 non-members⁠
Location: Offsite at Carys Martin Ceramics - Unit 11, 7-9 Grant St, Cleveland⁠
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Suitable for beginners through to more experienced makers; this workshop is also suitable for teenagers, but we do ask that younger teens should come with a parent of guardian.⁠
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Make sure to purchase tickets soon via the link below as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/marvellous-mugs-workshop-with-carys-martin ⁠
@carysmartinceramics

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There's not much time left now to buy tickets for the Marvellous Mugs workshop run by the talented Carys Martin!⁠ Held at Carys Martin Ceramics (offsite from Petrie Terrace Gallery), this relaxed and welcoming session focuses on surface decoration and personal expression by creating your very own mug. Participants will each receive a leather-hard, wheel-thrown mug form to work upon, allowing you to concentrate fully on texture, pattern, and design without the pressure of throwing the form yourself.⁠ ⁠ When: Saturday, 21st of March, 10am-12pm⁠ Ticket price: ⁠ - $100 for RQAS Brisbane Members⁠ - $115 non-members⁠ Location: Offsite at Carys Martin Ceramics - Unit 11, 7-9 Grant St, Cleveland⁠ ⁠ Suitable for beginners through to more experienced makers; this workshop is also suitable for teenagers, but we do ask that younger teens should come with a parent of guardian.⁠ ⁠ Make sure to purchase tickets soon via the link below as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/marvellous-mugs-workshop-with-carys-martin ⁠ @carysmartinceramics

There`s not much time left now to buy tickets for the Marvellous Mugs workshop run by the talented Carys Martin!⁠
Held at Carys Martin Ceramics (offsite from Petrie Terrace Gallery), this relaxed and welcoming session focuses on surface decoration and personal expression by creating your very own mug. Participants will each receive a leather-hard, wheel-thrown mug form to work upon, allowing you to concentrate fully on texture, pattern, and design without the pressure of throwing the form yourself.⁠
⁠
When: Saturday, 21st of March, 10am-12pm⁠
Ticket price: ⁠
- $100 for RQAS Brisbane Members⁠
- $115 non-members⁠
Location: Offsite at Carys Martin Ceramics - Unit 11, 7-9 Grant St, Cleveland⁠
⁠
Suitable for beginners through to more experienced makers; this workshop is also suitable for teenagers, but we do ask that younger teens should come with a parent of guardian.⁠
⁠
Make sure to purchase tickets soon via the link below as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/marvellous-mugs-workshop-with-carys-martin ⁠
@carysmartinceramics ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17yrs and under), B2 by Archer Tiel.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
A lovely, restrained brush technique paying attention to the light and shadow describing the essential planes of the face, neck and shirt in a confident painterly way for such a young artist."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
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Artwork credit: B2 by Archer Tiel, Acrylic and Gloss Medium, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17yrs and under), B2 by Archer Tiel.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠ A lovely, restrained brush technique paying attention to the light and shadow describing the essential planes of the face, neck and shirt in a confident painterly way for such a young artist."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: B2 by Archer Tiel, Acrylic and Gloss Medium, NFS.⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks in section 2 (17yrs and under), B2 by Archer Tiel.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
A lovely, restrained brush technique paying attention to the light and shadow describing the essential planes of the face, neck and shirt in a confident painterly way for such a young artist."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: B2 by Archer Tiel, Acrylic and Gloss Medium, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 1 (18-30yrs), Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - Originality: ⁠
I cannot help but smile when I look at this painting. A cheerful take and creatively composed with a skillful use of complementary colours of cools and warms."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon, Acrylic, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 1 (18-30yrs), Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - Originality: ⁠ I cannot help but smile when I look at this painting. A cheerful take and creatively composed with a skillful use of complementary colours of cools and warms."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon, Acrylic, NFS.⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the Highly Commended artworks in section 1 (18-30yrs), Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - Originality: ⁠
I cannot help but smile when I look at this painting. A cheerful take and creatively composed with a skillful use of complementary colours of cools and warms."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Street Kitty by Seras Pendragon, Acrylic, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff ...

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