Recycling Art Competition Exhibition

Recycling Art Competition Exhibition

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Posted 2015-02-12 by Kitty Goodallfollow

Fri 06 Feb 2015 - Mon 23 Mar 2015



Since the early 20th century, sculptors have been creating art from repurposed objects. Brisbane City Council in partnership with Endeavour Foundation are encouraging that tradition with the Recycling Art Competition .

The competition doesn't just give artists the chance to walk away with a share of $4,000 in prize money, it also encourages them to explore the creative potential of recycling household items and furniture. The hope is that it will inspire people viewing the work to see the possibility in things that may have otherwise have been thrown away.


Giuseppe Filardo's entry into the Recycling Art Competition

The Recycling Art Competition also serves to raise awareness of the great finds available at Brisbane City Council Tip Shops. The shops boast products salvaged from council transfer stations, including books, household furnishings, toys, sporting goods and collectable items.

The finalists' works have now been chosen and are on display for free at the Brisbane Square Library. The public is invited to view the works and vote for their favourite at the competition website. Last year's competition saw more than 2000 community votes through the tip shops, Brisbane Square Library exhibition and Council's Facebook page.


Bec Peart and Martin Pedder's Recycling Art Competition entry

The first prize winner will receive $2,500, with $1,000 and $500 going to second and third respectively. The winners will be announced on Thursday 26th of March with the winning artwork exhibited at City Hall for a special finalists' event.

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