Arts & Crafts

Arts & Crafts Competitions at the Atherton Show

Chief Steward: Kylie Lang
Stewards: Amanda Saunders, Karen Johnson, Jimmy Sinapius, Helen Baty

Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just keen to have a go, there’s something for everyone. We’re bringing the fun of old-school country shows to the stage.

Below is a simple breakdown of the categories. Full entry forms and details can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.

General Conditions of Entry

• All work must be the original creation of the exhibitor and must not have been previously entered in the Atherton Show.
• Entry limits apply: max 3 entries per class, unless otherwise specified.
• Entry forms must clearly list the item and dominant material used.
• Stewards reserve the right to reclassify entries or create new classes if sufficient interest exists.
• Class cards must be clearly displayed on the front of exhibits.
• Late entries will not be accepted.
• Refer to ‘General Conditions of Entry & Show Rules’ for full details.

Art Sections

Open & Professional
Entry Fee: $5.00
Prizes: 1st – $50 + Certificate; 2nd – $25 + Certificate

2D Art

• Painting – Any subject, any medium
• Abstract/Contemporary
• Watercolour
• Drawing – Pencil
• Drawing – Ink
• Pastels
• Mixed Media

Best 2D Open Art Prize: $50 + Ribbon + Certificate

3D Art

• Sculpture/Mixed Media
• Pottery – Wheel Thrown
• Pottery – Hand Built
• Textile/Fibre Art

Best 3D Open Art Prize: $50 + Ribbon + Certificate

Novice
Entry Fee: $3.00
Prizes: 1st – $30; 2nd – $15

2D & 3D Categories mirror Open classes, plus:

• Painting – Any subject, any medium
• Abstract/Contemporary
• Watercolour
• Drawing – Pencil
• Drawing – Ink
• Pastels
• Mixed Media
• Indigenous Art – Any Medium
• Sculpture/Mixed Media
• Pottery – Wheel Thrown
• Pottery – Hand Built
• Paint a Garden Ornament

Best 2D Novice Art Prize: $20 + Ribbon + Certificate
Best 3D Novice Art Prize: $20 + Ribbon + Certificate

Digital Art
Entry Fee: $2.00
Prizes: 1st – $20; 2nd – $10

• Digital Painting & Drawing
• Digital Photo Manipulation

Champion Art of Show – Open & Novice: $100 + Rosette + Certificate
Reserve Champion: $50 + Rosette + Certificate

Junior Art

Entry Fees: $0.50–$2.00 depending on age
Prizes: Vary by section, see schedule

Kindy – Prep

• Painting, Drawing, Modelling, Collage, Garden Ornament

Primary (Grades 1–6)

• Full range of 2D/3D + special handwriting themed “Fields of the Future”

Secondary (Grades 7–12)

• Painting, Drawing, Fantasy, Sculpture, Computer-Generated Art

Special Awards:

• Best Primary: Tracey Nott Memorial
• Best Secondary: Alf Stewart Memorial
• Exotic Filled Candy Awards (ages 6–12 & 13–16)
• Champion Junior Art Exhibit: $20 + Rosette + Certificate

Craft Sections

Woodwork
Open: $5 Entry | 1st: $50, 2nd: $25
Novice: $3 Entry | 1st: $30, 2nd: $20
Junior: $2–$3 Entry | 1st: $15–$20

• Champion Woodwork: $50 + Trophy
• Most Innovative (LA Croft Memorial): Perpetual Trophy
• Men’s Shed Competition: $100 + Trophy – 2025 Item: Two-Seater Bench

Metalwork
Open: $5 Entry | 1st: $50
Novice: $3 Entry | 1st: $30
Junior: $2–$3 Entry

• Champion Metalwork: $50 + Rosette + Certificate

Fibre Crafts
Entry Fee: $1.00
Prizes: 1st – $10; 2nd – $5
Includes hand-bound books, handmade paper, dyed textiles, handspun yarn, etc.

• Best Fibre Craft: $20 + Ribbon + Certificate

Scrapbooking
Entry Fee: $1.00
Prizes: 1st – $10–$20 depending on class

• Single Page, Monochrome, Double Page
  • Best Scrapbooking: Ribbon + Certificate

Paper Crafts & Special Interest
Card Making, Origami, Paper Tole, Diamond Dots, Jewellery, Waste Art, Beadwork
Best Paper Craft: Ribbon + Certificate

Residential Aged Care & Primary School Crafts
Classes available for macrame, mosaics, painted fabric, and more.