The Hibiscus and Bays Art Awards is an annual national art competition which alternates between Mairangi Arts Centre and Estuary Arts Centre, sponsored by Auckland Council’s Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.

Artists from all corners of the country, working in a wide variety of media, submit their work to be considered for display. From these selected works, the exhibition judge chooses the award winners. This year’s judge is Zoe Black, Maukuuku Community Development Co-ordinator at Objectspace Art Gallery. Zoe holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Arts Management degree, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching as well has having extensive experience in the arts industry.

Artists vie for a range of award prizes, including three Outstanding Artist Awards of $1000 with the opportunity to exhibit at Mairangi Arts Centre in 2020. Other prizes include Gordon Harris Albany and Factory Frames product vouchers, and an under-21 Youth Award for budding artists, sponsored by Harcourts Cooper & Co in Mairangi Bay.

This selected exhibition is a great opportunity to see a diverse range of amazing talent and creativity, with all artworks available for purchase. Come along to be inspired and have your say as to what you think is the highlight of the show for the People’s Choice Award. The exhibition is on display until 16 October.