Expressions of interest (EOIs) from artists, groups and community organisations wanting to take part in this year’s Ephemeral Art Trail at Pearl Beach will close at midnight on Sunday, June 25.
Those wishing to erect an art installation as part of the 2023 Pearl Beach Arboretum Ephemeral Art Trail (PBEAT2023) can check out the information sheet and lodge an EOI at at https://www.pearlbeacharboretum.org.au/pbeat2023/
There is a small fee to enter, but this can be waived for not-for-profit groups and schools.
Proposals for about 15 adult ephemeral artworks; 10 artwork entries under 18 years; five local school entries; and five community group installations will be approved by an experienced curatorial sub-committee.
The theme for PBEAT2023 is Nurture and Nature, with prizes including: $1,000 People’s Choice Award (any category); $3,000 first prize (artist or group over 16); 1,000 highly commended (artist or group over 16); $250 young persons (artist or group under 16) x 2; $250 school entry (Years 4-6); and $250 school entry (Years 7-10).
The exhibition will run from Saturday, September 16 to Saturday, October 14.
Ideas for side events are also welcome, such as environment themed community performances, workshops, and information sessions.
These could include: art or craft making, poetry and prose; yoga, meditation, propagation, drumming, musical jam sessions, and/or a plein air paint-in.
For privately-run events and workshops there will be the usual charge for hiring the Arboretum.
Community events can be negotiated free of charge, although donations to the Arboretum are gratefully accepted.
The organising committee is looking for sponsorship for the PBEAT2023 prize money and would love to hear from prospective sponsors.
Source:
Commelin Native Arboretum