Get off your arts

The school holidays has put a significant jar on my artistic endeavours as we went overseas to visit my family. Just before I hopped on the plane I had to work so that clients would not miss me too much, and when we got home, I had to catch up! One of the school mums Jodie was organising an art competition GOYA or Get off your arts. I was invited and attended the opening night, which was held at a church hall. The entries were in visual arts, picture book, performing art, and even films! Very diverse which meant that the opening night was a treat for the senses. However it also meant that the entries in some categories were scarce and the quality of the winners not up to scratch. Jodie tells me that it has only been run for 3 years and she received a government grant as a subsidy. Fees are charged for entries and a commission retained from proceed of sales. It was a great night and you can catch GOYA at Cafechurch on St Johns Rd in Glebe. Also look at their website http://www.getoffyourarts.com/