Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award
The Portrait of a Senior Territorian Award recognises and celebrates the achievements and contributions by senior Territorians.
It also encourages excellence and creativity in the art of portraiture by Northern Territory (NT) artists.
The award is held annually, with 2024 marking the 25th anniversary.
There are 4 award categories awarded alongside the Selfie with a Senior Award.
The Selfie with a Senior Award invites you to submit a photo of yourself and a senior. You must also include a statement of how the senior has inspired you.
To find out more about the award categories and how to submit your portrait or selfie with a senior, go to the Tactile Arts website.
Exhibition
This year's award exhibition will be held from 1 to 14 August during Seniors Month.
It will take place at Parliament House in Darwin.
Winners announcement
The first, second and third prize winners were announced at the exhibition opening.
The People’s Choice winner was announced following public voting after the closing of the exhibition.
1st prize - $7,000
Artist name: Catherine Miles and Leslie Nawirridj
Title: Proud Aboriginal Man
Sitter name: Leslie Nawirridj
Judges’ comments: The winning artwork captivated the judges for its profound technicality, originality, and effectiveness in capturing the identity of the subject. The collaborative effort between two artists held a unique interest for the judges due to its distinctive approach. Particularly noteworthy was the involvement of one of the artists as the subject, incorporating his traditional fine-line cross-hatching technique (rarrk), which not only celebrated the artists style, but enriched the artworks authenticity and depth. The piece demonstrated an exceptional command of technique, symbolism, and emotion.
2nd prize - $2,000
Artist name: Catherine Connor
Title: What Are They On About
Sitter name: Albert Lilypiyana
3rd prize - $500
Artist name: Montana Kitching
Title: Therese Wokai Bourke
Sitter name: Therese Wokai Bourke
Highly commended
Artist name: Thomas Higgs
Title: Helen
Sitter name: Helen Haritos
People’s Choice Award
The People’s Choice Prize of $1,000 was determined by public votes submitted across the exhibition period.
Artist name: Katalin Horompo
Title: Storytime: Catching The Big One
Sitter name: Peter Whelan
Previous award winners
View the previous award winners.
Contact
For more information, email poast@tactilearts.org.au or call 08 8981 6616.
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