Past Events

Members' Xmas Party 2023

“Ending 2023, a very successful and creative year for our art society, both familiar long time members and a few newer faces, joined together in December to celebrate. Good food, lots of laughs and a few fun games made for a fantastic celebration of our wonderful art society.

Many thanks to Jan, as always, for organising our fun events.”    

Annual Members' Art Awards Exhibition 2023

The SGAS 2023 Annual Art Show was held from 3rd to 5th November, with the Official Opening and Presentation of Awards on Saturday night. 

There were 174 artworks exhibited by 44 members of the St. George Art Society, including many new members who were exhibiting in the art show for the first time. 

The Annual Art Show was opened by Councillor Ashvini Ambihaipahar who was representing the Premier and Member for Kogarah the Hon. Chris Minns. Also presenting awards were the Mayor of Georges River Council Sam Elmir, the Member for Oatley Mark Coure and Tina Harrison, representing the Lamrock Committee.   

The judge for the exhibition was Dario Falzon.   There were nine categories, each of which had a Winner and Highly Commended Award.  In addition, the best in show received the Mitzi Tilley Excellence Award, which was won by Salwa Woodroffe.  Salwa’s winning artwork “Austinmer Headland and Beyond” is now shown on the SGAS website homepage. 

The SGAS Annual Art Show also included artworks from high school students who had participated in the Make Your Mark Mentoring Program, highlighting the impressive, emerging talents of local young artists. 

The Official Opening & Awards Presentation held on 4th November was wonderful evening for all.
Here are our winners in each of the 9 categories; 

Section 1 – Oil Painting

The WINNER was John Poole for his artwork titled;
 “Carss Park History and Shadows”     

Section 1 – Oil Painting

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  was presented to Salwa Woodroffe 
for her artwork titled “Majestic Bay of Fires, Tasmania”

 

Section 2 – Acrylic Painting

The WINNER was Marlene Weaver for her artwork titled;
“Scones and Cream at Grandma’s”.           

 

Section 2 – Acrylic Painting

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  was presented to Phil McKay for his artwork titled “Coast (Post Box 2)”

 

Section 3 – Watercolour Paintings

Our WINNER was Kimberley Lund for her artwork titled 
“Stare Down”.       

 

Section 3 – Watercolour Paintings

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Kathy Curtiss for her artwork titled “Banksia“.

 

Section 4 – Mixed & Other Media Paintings

Our WINNER was Jan Schuster-Callus for her artwork titled 
  “Warrior Chief U/S 1 (Unique State 1)”.        

 

Section 4 – Mixed & Other Media Paintings

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Nauha Dabboussy 
for her artwork titled “Not Now”.            

 

Section 5 – Contemporary and Abstract Paintings

Our WINNER was Marta Romer for her artwork titled 
 “Australian Vernacular”.                             

 

Section 5 –  Contemporary and Abstract Paintings

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Wren Craw
for her artwork titled “Elements of Nature”.          

 

Section 6 – Still Life Paintings

Our WINNER was Marta Romer for her artwork titled; 
 “Interior with Bird”.  

 

Section 6 – Still Life Paintings

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Angela Iliadis for her artwork titled; “Five Eggs”.        

 

Section 7 – Portraiture

Our WINNER was Salwa Woodroffe  for her artwork titled; 
 “Julia Baird Finding Hope When All is Dark”.            

 

Section 7 – Portraiture

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Marlene Weaver for her artwork titled; “Iron Woman”.    

 

Section 8 – Miniatures

Our WINNER was Wren Craw  for her artwork titled; 
 “Nature Prevails”.    

 

Section 8 – Miniatures

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Jani Nanavati for her artwork titled; “Reaching Out”.                                  

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Section 9 – Drawings

Our WINNER was Marlene Weaver for her artwork titled; 
 “Nudes”.      

 

Section 9 – Drawings

A HIGHLY COMMENDED Award  went to Jani Nanavati for her artwork titled; “Don’t Burst My Bubbles”.       

FURTHER AWARDS

SGAS AWARD (Encouragement of Art) was presented to Graciela Fernandez for artwork titled: “Riverbank”
And our PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD went to  Yvonne Ferguson for artwork;  “Workers’ Lunch Break” 

Here’s a few more photos from the very memorable evening.

“ArtReach” Exhibition 2023

Another successful event enjoyed by our artists and the many visitors who viewed the fabulous artworks in the beautiful setting of the historic Tempe House.

Members Art Exhibition - 29th April to 7th May 2023

Our Members’ Art Exhibition at Tempe House
was enjoyed by many artists and visitors at this lovely location. 
And a great success with 24 artworks sold.  

 Officially opened on the 29th April by SGAS Group President; Jim West.

Lots of RED DOTS!!

SGAS members Col Parker and Rod Byatt, who went to school together 50 years ago and met up with each other at the art show.  

Kerry Sparks about to place another little Red Dot!

SGAS Annual Art Exhibition 2022

Feature Artist: Salwa Woodroffe

Judge: Dee Jackson

When I create a portrait, I am aware of the almost seamless link we have with our past or future, our hopes, joys or sorrows. Portraiture by its very nature is an intimate experience. Preoccupied as we often are, perhaps from very different backgrounds, there is always a human connection. Especially with families and children I see the love of a parent for their child. It is that individual passion and character I hope to portray. I usually work on commission and often my portraits are painted from digital images or photographs. Watercolour lends itself to the softness and curves of the human form and allows me great freedom.

Awards Presentation Night - 6th November

On 6th November, the 2022 Annual Art Show was officially opened by the Hon Brian Langton, former Member for Kogarah. Mr. Langton was representing the current Member for Kogarah, Mr. Chris Minns.  

Thanks to the voluntary efforts of many members, the opening night was a great success impressive both artistically and socially.   41 members exhibited 153 artworks.  The judge was well known Sydney artist Dee Jackson.

Awards were presented by invited guests and sponsors in seven categories, as well as three special awards: the People’s Choice award, the SGAS Award and the Mitzi Tilley Excellence Award, won by
Jan Schuster-Callus. 

MITZI TILLEY EXCELLENCE AWARD

Best in Show

The Winner

The WINNER for BEST IN SHOW went to Jan Schuster-Callus for her oil painting titled “Changing Tides”.
The Judge’s comments;  “This large painting is a beautiful rendition of the ebb and flow of the tides.  Really beautiful!”

WAL CHANDLER AWARD

Best Oil Painting

The WINNER

The WINNER for Best Oil painting was presented to Peter Warner for his seascape painting title ‘Little Bay’.
Judge’s comments;  “This small painting really captures the coastline and the beauty of Little Bay”.

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED in this section for Oil Paintings was presented to Ann Cahill for her painting “Sunrise Swimmers”.

Commended Award

A COMMENDED Award was presented to James West for his painting “The Sentinel”.

 

WALTER BENNETT AWARD

Best Acrylic Painting

The WINNER

The WINNER for best Acrylic painting was presented to Marlene Weaver for her portrait of ‘Noel Carrigg (President SCAG)’.
Judge’s comments“Noel gazes directly at you. It is pared down yet complex and full of character.  Wonderful!”

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED in this section was presented to Jean Harrow for her painting titled “Capertee Valley Pastoral”.

 

JOHN UPTON AWARD

Best Watercolour Painting

The WINNER

The WINNER for best Watercolour painting was presented to Virginia Villa for her painting titled “Cudgegong River, Mudgee”.
Judge’s comments;  This is a lovely, soft depiction of the river and I can almost smell that wonderful eucalypt tang of the river gums.

Highly Commended

Commended

A COMMENDED Award in this section was presented to Mirna Gamboa for her painting titled “Grace”.

 

JOHN UPTON AWARD

Best Mixed Media Artwork

The WINNER

The WINNER for best Mixed Media painting was presented to Joe Green for his painting titled “The Hidden Cave”.
Judge’s comments;   Beautifully mysterious!  This painting hints of Japanese Art.  It is calm and wonderous in its muted tones.

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED was presented to Yvonne Ferguson for her painting titled “Stradivarius”.  

Commended

NANCY WILKINSON AWARD

Best Abstract Painting

The WINNER

The WINNER for best Abstract painting (in any medium) was presented to Michael Warren for his painting titled “Urbanism – Past Present And Future”.
The Judge’s comments;   “This is a bold and beautiful painting! The gold shines through and reflects in the watery foreground. Very pleasing”.

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED was presented to Joe Green for his painting titled “Alien Craft over the City”.  

Commended

A COMMENDED Award in this section was presented to Wren Craw for her painting titled “Complexity of Life”.  

 

MURIEL HARDING PORTRAIT PRIZE

Portraiture and Figurative - Any medium

The WINNER

The WINNER of the Muriel Harding Portrait Prize was presented to Salwa Woodroffe, for her oil painting titled:  “Robert Stephen – The Survivor”.
Judge’s comments;  ”This painting captures the vibrant heat of the land and the strength of character of Robert, the survivor”.

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED in this section for Portraiture and Figurative was presented to Ros Psakis for her painting “Between Events”.

Commended

A COMMENDED Award in this section was presented to Beverly Saul for her painting titled “Cousins on the Slide”.  

 

MYRLE KING AWARD

Best Still Life Painting in any Medium

The WINNER

Winner of the Myrle King Award for Best Still Life (in any medium) was presented to Ros Psakis for her oil painting titled “Magnolias”.
Judge’s comments;  “A beautiful play of light and dark.  It is delightful!   I enjoyed the loose and quick brush strokes and highlights”.

Highly Commended

A HIGHLY COMMENDED was presented to Jean Harrow for her painting titled “Autumn Magic”. 

Commended

A COMMENDED Award in this section was won by Jani Nanavati for her painting titled “Blue Mannikin 2”.

ST GEORGE ART SOCIETY PRIZE

for the Encouragement of Art

Our SGAS Encouragement Award judged by President (James West) and Vice President (Wren Craw)
was presented to Joanna Moschella for her oil painting titled: “Camels on Cable Beach Broome”.

 

THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD

The People’s Choice Award was presented to Yvonne Ferguson for her watercolour painting titled:  “Orange Sails”.