Artworks open for exhibition
AVIBRANT collection of works by accomplished artists from across the UK has been brought together for the prestigious West Lancashire Open Exhibition at the Chapel Gallery.
The superb annual exhibition was unveiled to the public on Saturday, July 16, and will be open at the West Lancashire Borough Council-run gallery until September 7.
It’s a celebration of colour, technique and imagination and gives visitors the chance to see a variety of inspiring works created by talented individuals in a wide range of media.
All the works were judged by guest selectors including Jane Fairhurst and Arthur Roberts, who are both established artists and curators. Together the selection panel has chosen more than 200 artworks for exhibition in the light and open space of the Chapel Gallery.
Several works of art received commendations and the overall winners were:
Student Prize £150: Elizabeth Munro, Jekyll and Hyde, mixed media (student at West Lancashire College).
Third Prize £200: David Finnegan, Diamonds, bone china with a stoneware Base (David is from Southport).
Second Prize £400: Mike Hatjoullis, Blackpool, lino cut (Mike is from Liverpool).
First Prize £800: Andrew Robinson, Bruckmeier, oil on canvas (Andrew is from Skelmersdale).
Andrew has just graduated with a BA and been awarded a place to study an MA in Fine Arts at Edinburgh University.
He said: “I am delighted to have been awarded first prize in this prestigious competition as there are some fantastic artworks in the exhibition.”
Councillor Yvonne Gagen, portfolio holder for leisure, said: “Congratulations to Andrew on winning first prize and good luck to him for his future career.
“This is a challenging time for the arts so the fact that this exhibition continues to develop from strength to strength is testament to the passion and commitment of the artists exhibited.”
The Open is one of the gallery’s most popular exhibitions, where there is something for everyone to enjoy. This exhibition offers an excellent opportunity for any would-be art collectors.
If you would like a tour of the Open Exhibition please contact the Gallery on 01695 571 328 or email chapel.gallery@ westlancs.gov.uk.