By Deanne Jeffers
THE ARTISTIC perspectives of towns throughout Shepparton and the Goulburn Valley have been preserved in an exhibition, showcasing local scenes, recognisable buildings and colours, flora and fauna and history, from local artists.
The exhibition is the culmination of the ‘A Cup of Shepp and GV’ art contest. Open to all ages, the competition was held across four weeks last year and sought to highlight hidden talents in the community, with the opportunity for residents to develop creative artwork representing Shepparton, Mooroopna, Tatura, Dookie and Murchison. The contest winners are:
- Anni Jane Linklater – Mooroopna
- Karren Pollerd – Tatura
- Katelyn Trevaskis – Murchison
- Stephanie Taylor – Dookie
- Kat Parker – Shepparton
- Monica Burney – Winner of the ‘People’s Choice’ award, representing Shepparton.
For Murchison winner, Katelyn Trevaskis, who is studying Year 11, depicting the Murchison meteorite trailing the sky over familiar shopfronts was a no-brainer and an opportunity to combine her artistic passions with her passion for space.
“It’s really exciting to be in the exhibition, I can’t believe it,” Katelyn said. “I’m a Murchison local and I’ve always loved art and space, so it felt like a natural choice to depict this event and familiar shops in the town.”
From February to June 2024, the winning artwork from the ‘A Cup of Shepp and GV’ art contest will be on display at the Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre at 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton.
In addition to being exhibited at the Visitor Centre, the designs have been reproduced onto ceramic coffee cups and mugs, giving visitors and locals the chance to take home a creative piece of our small towns.
