Sachin Hiriyanna, Sunset Harmony

Artist Statement

'As I watch the sunset, it makes me think that one day everyone can live in harmony, like the colours of the sunset.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Sachin! Lovely use of colour!'

Richard Wang, Together Forever

Artist Statement

'I painted my family watching the beautiful city together. I feel safe and happy when we are together.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Richard! I can't help thinking of Caspar David Friedrich wanderer above the sea of fog and connecting to my own memories looking over Adelaide.'

Imogen Zaina, My friend Ruby

Artist Statement

'When walking across WOMADelaide gardens I was thinking of Ruby and how she would have loved to be here with us.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Imogen! Colour..Look at those complementary opposites.'

Charlotte Lambe, The Bunny Hole

Artist Statement

'A 3D drawing with different shades of black and white, inspired by the rabbit hole from Alice in Wonderland.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Charlotte! Your work is minimalist and extremely striking.'

Zola Toop, Midnight Owl

Artist Statement

'Owl in an autumn tree at night by the mountains. Using pens, pencils, watercolours and posca markers.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Zola! Very emotive. Looks like you are looking up at the moon in winter.'

Lewis Ruan, The Curious Giant Squid

Artist Statement

'I painted a giant squid swimming gracefully through deep waters, celebrating mysterious ocean life, amazing creatures, and underwater exploration together.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Lewis! Great balance of graphic mark making and expressive details.'

Catie Ruan, My Happy Flower Garden

Artist Statement

'I painted colourful flowers because they make me happy. I hope everyone smiles when they see my beautiful garden.'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Catie! Your work is full of life and energy.'

Ariane

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Ariane! I love the use of abstract colors that feel warm and free.'

Camille West, Baker Boy

Artist Statement

'I love Baker Boy'

Gemma Rose Brook

'Congratulations Camilla! Very expressive and full of movement!'