Winners of 2009 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize Announced
Published: 26 Oct 2009
Alexander Seton has been crowned Winner of the 2009 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize. Take a look at the winning entry and vote for your favourite finalist in the Viewer's Choice Award.
The winner for the 2009 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize has been announced. Now in its ninth year, the $10,000 acquisitive award has been won by Alexander Seton for his realistic sculpture in Bianca Marble and Resin Inlay, I…U. According to Seton, the marble carving considers notions of self-presentation and communication. Seton won the 2008 Special Commendation Prize. Alexander Seton - I....U - (Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize Winner 2009) Judges for this year are Neil and Diane Balnaves of the Balnaves Foundation, and Geoffrey Cassidy, Director of Artbank, who said, “Always a difficult decision given the quality of the works and diverse range of styles. In the end the decision was unanimous; it is an outstanding example of the artist’s work; intelligent in concept and flawlessly executed.” Also announced is the Special Commendation, a $2,000 non-acquisitive award that went to Stephen Bird for Breakfast Hero, a multifaceted ceramic figurine decorated with a broad palette of rich colour. The judges commented on Stephen’s novel use of the medium, wit and historical references which combine to make a work that is lively, humorous and also fine. Stephen Bird - Breakfast Hero - (Special Commendation 2009) The judges also made special mention of High Tea 2009 by Huseyin Sami and Dead Sea by Ken Yonetani. The winners were chosen from 43 finalists, which make up the exhibition to be held at the Woollahra Council Chambers from October 24 to November 1. The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize totals $13,000 across 3 categories: The Viewers’ Choice Award will be announced at the conclusion of the exhibition. Come along to the exhibition at Council Chambers and choose your favourite from the finalists gallery and nominate your vote for the Viewer's Choice Award. From 9am till 5pm weekdays, 10am till 4pm weekends. Council Chambers, 536 New South Head Road, Double Bay. Free Entry. Finalists including Nell, Anne Russell, Michael Bell, John Brooke, Anita Larkin, Louise Buchanon and Will Coles will talk about their works. Bookings essential, call 9391 7166. Free family cultural event featuring the Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize. The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize 2009 receives generous support from the following sponsors: Gold Sponsors: John Symond AM, Sanchia Brahimi Sponsors: Ashdel Properties Ltd, American Express, Lucy and Malcolm Turnbull Supporters: Wentworth Courier, Stoneleigh Wines, Pasta Pantry, Woollahra Philharmonic Orchestra, Megacolour and Hugonnet Design Associates. For more information visit the Woollahra Small Sculpture website or contact Jo Jansyn, Cultural Development Coordinator on 9391 7135. Winners
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