Those who excel in the arts and culture to be recognised

THOSE who enrich our lives through music, arts and literature will be recognised in Carmarthenshire’s second Celebration of Culture Awards.

Hosted by Carmarthenshire Council and supported by the Carmarthen Journal and Llanelli Star, the awards aim to celebrate excellence in arts and culture, and showcase our county-wide cultural achievements.

The awards will be held in April, and will highlight the importance of culture in our region.

They are open to anyone living, working or originating from Carmarthenshire who made a significant contribution to Carmarthenshire’s cultural landscape during 2018. Individuals, groups and organisations will all be considered for awards across a range of categories designed to shine a spotlight on all areas of culture in Carmarthenshire.

Councillor Peter Hughes Griffiths, executive board member for culture, sport and tourism, is behind the awards scheme.

“We are blessed with a rich cultural heritage here in Carmarthenshire with many distinguished artists, literary greats and stars of stage and screen who continue to inspire us to this day,” he said.

“In hosting these awards, we want to celebrate those who enrich our lives and add vibrancy to this great county today.”

Six award categories are being opened up for nominations. They are: ■ Excellence ing Arts

■ Excellence in Visual Arts and Crafts

■ Excellence

Media

■ Excellence in Literature ■ Excellence in Heritage ■ Excellence in Music

Two special awards will be given at the judges’ selection: Young Talent and Outstanding Contribution to Culture.

A judging panel will narrow down the entries to a shortlist, before choosing the three winners in each category.

The closing date for nominations is Sunday, February 24, at 11.59pm. People can enter an individual, group or organisation: bit.ly/culture2019

The awards will be presented at Ffwrnes Theatre, Llanelli, on Friday, April 5. in in Perform- Creative