2025 Art Exhibition – Hope: A Spectrum of Possibility

Hope Art Exhibition flyer

City of Whittlesea’s Art Exhibition showcased the talent of 140 local artists, presenting an inspiring collection of works centred around the theme Hope: A Spectrum of Possibility.

Artists of all ages and diverse backgrounds explored the concept of hope through their creations, offering the community a positive and immersive experience.

Deputy Mayor Councillor Daniela Zinni, alongside local artist Zahraa Al Zubaydi, and Director Community Wellbeing at City of Whittlesea Agata Chmielewski, had the difficult task of selecting eight pieces from all the impressive artworks for recognition. 

2025 Award recipients

City of Whittlesea Annual Art Award

Ildiko Kormanyos, Contemplation

(Highly commended: Iaki Vallejo, La Reina)

Award of Excellence – Use of materials

Lucy Cleary, Ray of Hope

(Highly Commended: Hayden McLean, He stitched it with bald Grandpa and Uncle Steve)

Award of Excellence – Originality

Anna Vidalis, The Final Bead of Hope

(Highly Commended: Suzanne Gunningham, Don’t Look Up – just this, just now)

Youth Award

Narjes, Reaching for Hope

People's Choice Award

Cyndy Broekers, Shine Your Light

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