01/04/2026
SECTION 8: FIBRE ART supported by Tekooti Pastoral judged by textile artist Carol Cooke
1st Prize: ‘CUBEDFACES’ by Carol Slattery
Congratulations on your entry—what a fantastic achievement! Your work truly stood out as unique, both conceptually and technically. By thinking outside the box—and cleverly using a box—you’ve created a series of delightful and engaging portraits. What makes your work especially compelling is how it transforms at different distances. From afar, it draws you in with its striking composition, and up close, it reveals intricate details that invite deeper reflection. It encourages the viewer to pause, look again, and wonder about the story behind each person. This is art that rewards time and curiosity, and that’s something really special. Well done once again, and congratulations on a thoroughly deserving success!
2nd Prize: ‘THE BUTTERFLY’ by Dorothy Clee
Highly Commended: ‘CONTRAILS OVER A COLD COAST SKYLINE’ by Robyn Sammons
Commended: ‘SPRING RHAPSODY’ by Beverley Dennis
TEXTURED STITCH AWARD supported by The Cotton Merchants
‘SASSY’ by Catherine Maxwell
Textured stitch allows for such open interpretation, and your work uses that beautifully. I was immediately drawn to your rich use of colour and the depth of texture you created—it gives the piece real life and dimension. Your creativity truly shines through. Well done!
