Awards
I don't let the fear of judgment hold me back; instead, I view competitions as opportunities for artistic exploration and self-discovery.
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I enter a small number of competitions that inspire me, but always remember to focus on my unique brand of magic.
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You can read more about my thoughts on why artists should enter competitions in my recent blog post, "Unleashing Your Creative Magic: 7 Reasons Why Artists Enter Competitions".
"Infinite Shadows, Singular Light II"
Art&Color365 - Special Merit
"Unwritten Destiny"
Sketch for Survival 2023 - Finalist
“Unwritten Destiny” is a Sketch for Survival Finalist and was exhibited at The Dundas Street Gallery in Edinburgh and will be at gallery@oxo on London's South Bank (30/10-17/11).
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There were over 4,000 entries from amazing artists across more than 100 countries. To be in the final 100 feels very special.
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All of the pieces in the Sketch for Survival Exhibitions will be included in an online fundraising auction during October and November. All funds raised support projects to protect key species and restore ecosystems.
"Unwritten Destiny"
Art&Color365 - Winners Tier
“Unwritten Destiny” was published in the Art & Colour 365 Fall Edition. And recognised in the 2023 Drawings Competition as "a drawing so outstanding that it was considered for one of the top three prizes".
"Bad Hair Day"
SAA Artists of the Year - Finalist
“Bad Hair Day” was an Amateur Artists Finalist and was exhibited alongside nearly 100 pieces of stunning art at The SAA Artists of the Year Exhibition at Espacio Gallery, London, in October 2023.
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This was my first year entering as an Amateur Artist (I was a prize winner last year in the Beginner category). I'm thrilled to be a finalist from nearly 2,000 incredible entries.
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"Be Curious"
Broadway Arts Festival Competition - Finalist
“Be Curious” was a Finalist and exhibited alongside 150 pieces of diverse, beautiful original art at The Broadway Arts Festival Exhibition in October 2023.
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All funds raised from the competition contribute to the Broadway Arts Festival outreach projects with local schools, bursaries for local university arts students and the next 10 day festival in June 2025.
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"Fading Footprints"
Light Space Time 13th Annual Animals Competition - Special Merit Award
"The Thief"
Art&Color365 Wildlife / Animals Competition - Special Merit
Light Space Time 12th Annual All Women Competition - Special Merit Award
"Purr-fect Focus"
SAA Beginner Artists of the Year - 3rd Place Overall and Winner (Animal / Wildlife)
SAA Artists of the Year competition has been running for over 20 years. It welcomes all levels from beginners to professionals. I was delighted to win the Animal and Wildlife category and 3rd Place overall with my entry "Purr-fect Focus". The Beginner category is for newcomer artists who have been painting for less than two years.
"Time for their forever homes"
Light Space Time 12th Annual Animals Competition - Special Merit Award