In previous years the “Robe Acquisitive Art Prize” has successfully attracted artists and viewers within this region. This prize has been operating for 10 years this year.

This years art prize committee will strive to continue the outstanding work achieved in previous years to grow and attract artists within Australia from galleries, art societies and more.

Set in the Small seaside village of Robe, South Australia in October 2008 the art prize has a new name, loads of enthusiasm and a dedicated new art committee. So far, generosity and acceptance of this new change has been overwhelming.

The art prizes consist of :

2-Dimensional Prize, $2000
3-Dimensional Prize, $2000
People’s choice award, $500
and Children’s Art Awards

Art works will be on display from Friday 31st October 2008 at the Robe Institute, Mundy Tce – opposite the foreshore with a grand opening consisting of wine and local produce for tasting. Also our Judges and the artists will be attending and the chance to meet them and view a large variety of contemporary works.

The Children’s Art will be on display from Friday 31st October 2008. Winners will be on display at the opening night.

Art workshops will operate during the week and over the art weekend around Robe, consisting of Acrylic Painting, Wire sculpture, Limestone Sculpture, and Lino Printing.


Entry forms to participate can be obtained from


Jenni Ling —0419 840 979 or jenniling@bigpond.com.au