This NAIDOC Week (July 7 – 14) will see the launch of the LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize. In a first for LiveBetter, the Art Prize is an opportunity for LiveBetter’s First Nations staff and customers along with First Nations community members, to enter their artwork and become part of the LiveBetter story.
The art prize theme, Relationships, Respect and Opportunities, reflects our commitment to working alongside First Nations peoples to advance the cause of reconciliation.
According to LiveBetter Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager, Kellie Martin, the LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize highlights the importance of cultural expression, and the vital role art can play in fostering understanding and appreciation of our diverse communities.
“The LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize is an opportunity for LiveBetter to promote artistic excellence and to reinforce our dedication to strong, respectful relationships,” said Ms Martin. “This is about creating meaningful opportunities within our communities.”
More about the LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize
The LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize will be divided into three categories and the winning designs will be displayed in our offices and incorporated into LiveBetter marketing and communications collateral.
Category One – Open to all First Nations People
Prize: $5000
This category is open to all First Nations People in our communities.
Category Two – Staff and Customers
Prize: $2000
This category is open to First Nations customers and staff from LiveBetter.
Category three – Junior
Prize: $1000
This category is open to all First Nations children (aged under 18 years) in our communities.
“The LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize is an exciting opportunity, not only for First Nations artists but for all of us at LiveBetter,” said LiveBetter First Nations Program Advisor Rex Cochrane, who has worked tirelessly to make the art prize a reality.
“The art prize will provide a platform for First Nations artists to share their art and their culture with the wider community, opening doors to new opportunities within the art space and beyond.”
Artwork size and theme:
- Artwork size is to be minimum 60cm x 60cm and maximum 100cm x 100cm
- Entries will be assessed against the art prize theme of Relationships, Respect and Opportunities.
Submission details:
- To submit your entry, take a photo of your piece and send it via email to partnerships@livebetter.org.au
- Close date for submissions is 5pm Friday 2nd August 2024
Judging and winners announced:
- Submissions will be judged by a panel including First Nations representatives from the communities we serve.
The winners will be announced on 9th August 2024 via the LiveBetter website and Facebook page.
The LiveBetter First Nations Art Prize opens on 7th July 2024. For further information email LiveBetter First Nations Program Advisor Rex Cochrane at rex.cochrane@livebetter.org.au
