A $20,000 NATIONAL ACQUISITIVE PRIZE for a painting inspired by the Australian Landscape.
NON ACQUISITIVE PRIZES. In addition the UNSW COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS will offer a selected artist the opportunity to create a limited edition print, plus MENZIES ART BRANDS will present a prize of Art Supplies to the value of $500, for each of the two Honourable Mentions.

JUDGES:

PROFESSOR IAN HOWARD ~ Dean of UNSW College of Fine Arts.

SUSAN MCCULLOCH ~ Co-Director of McCulloch &
McCulloch Australian Art Books / Book Publisher & Art Writer.

DAVID COOK ~ Deputy Director - Australian Paintings Department,
Sotheby’s Australia.

EXHIBITION DATES:

NATIONAL FINALISTS EXHIBITION & PRIZE PRESENTATION

Wednesday 11th November 2009 6pm-8pm

12 Todman Avenue, Kensington Sydney NSW 2033

Exhibition current until the 24th November
Gallery Hours 10am-5pm Monday - Sunday

ENTRY:

This year, artists may enter the prize by submitting a disc of their work or works, with the closing date, 12th October 2009, (A limit of two paintings per artist can be submitted.) Successful artists will be contacted on the 26th October 2009 and delivery of their paintings will be Monday the 9th November 2009 from 10am -5pm to
MENZIES ART BRANDS GALLERY
12 Todman Avenue Kensington. Sydney NSW 2033.

OR

Artists may choose to enter the prize by delivering their painting in person or by courier on Wednesday 4th November or Thursday 5th November from 10am - 5pm to MENZIES ART BRANDS GALLERY
12 Todman Avenue Kensington Sydney. NSW 2033.

JUDGING:

Judging will be Friday 6th November and the finalists will be posted on our website later that evening and listed in the Sydney Morning Herald under PUBLIC NOTICES on Saturday 7th November 2009.

Non finalists will not be contacted and must organize for the collection of paintings on Saturday 7th November and Sunday 8th November from 10am-5pm at MENZIES ART BRANDS GALLERY. For professional art courier ONLY collection will be Monday 9th November 10am-5pm at
MENZIES ART BRANDS GALLERY
12 Todman Avenue Kensington Sydney. NSW 2033.

PATRON AND FOUNDER MARLENE ANTICO

The PADDINGTON ART PRIZE was established by Marlene Antico in 2004. This $20,000 acquisitive prize is awarded annually for a painting inspired by the Australian landscape.

An exciting addition to the Australian Arts calendar, the PADDINGTON ART PRIZE takes its place among the country's most lucrative and highly coveted painting prizes. The prize encourages the interpretation of the landscape as a significant contemporary genre, its long tradition in Australian painting as a key contributor to our national ethos, and is a positive initiative in private patronage of the arts in Australia.

This NATIONAL ART PRIZE is open to Australian citizens and residents of 12 months or more who are over the age of eighteen. The prize has been developed to push through existing barriers caused by monetary difficulties that impede artists from showcasing their works. The prize also aims to discover new talents and invigorate the art market with iconic styles that reflect the topography and spirit of Australia.

In founding the PADDINGTON ART PRIZE, Marlene Antico has underscored her commitment to supporting contemporary Australian artists. Aware, as a gallery director, of the financial concerns that impede many artists from devoting themselves entirely to their art practice.

"I sincerely hope that the prize money will enable artists to focus more solidly on their work and pursue their careers." Marlene Antico

The NATIONAL FINALISTS EXHIBITIONS have met with great interest from both established collectors, including Macquarie Bank, and new collectors, the press and artists alike. This initiative within Australian art scene and takes its place among this country's most lucrative and highly coveted landscape prizes.

PADDINGTON ART PRIZE
PO BOX 1469 Double Bay NSW 1360
P/F: 02 9362 0282
Email: info@paddingtonartprize.com.au