The talents of over 100 young people will be front and centre at the Warrnambool and Moyne Youth Showcase on Sunday September 1.
The event will run from 10am-2pm and combine the launch of three exhibitions at the F Project in Timor St with live performances, a young makers market and creative workshops.
Following two successful instalments, the Artolescence exhibition returns, featuring artworks created by local high school students.
The youth-led Green Futures Now program will also unveil the entries in their Rubbish Repurposed competition. Open to all ages, participants were tasked with collecting rubbish from local beaches, parks and waterways and turning it into art.
The FReeZA - Reveal Another World photography exhibition will also highlight the work of our region’s developing young photographers.
The Youth Showcase also includes the latest exhibition in the Moyne Virtual Gallery, “The Postcard Show”, which can be viewed at mvg.art.
Warrnambool Mayor Cr Ben Blain said that the event would demonstrate the depth and breadth of creative talent possessed by the region’s youth.
“We’re really excited to help bring the diverse creations and talents of so many young people to the one place and to be able to celebrate what they can do,” he said.
“I’d really encourage everyone to come along. It’s going to be a hive of energy, excitement and art as we come together to recognise and encourage the emerging young artists, creators and leaders in our community.
“After some very successful events in Moyne, the Young Makers Market is making its debut in Warrnambool, and it’s really great to have such a close relationship between Warrnambool and Moyne to be able to work collaboratively and provide more opportunities for young people in our region.”
Moyne Shire Mayor, Cr Ian Smith said the Youth Showcase is a wonderful chance to support the creative lives of local young people.
“It’s a celebration of people aged 25 years and under who want to showcase their talents, connect with other young people and promote themselves,” he said.
“This will be such an interesting event, and we can’t wait to see and hear what they bring.”
The Youth Showcase is a free event with people of all ages welcome.
It is a partnership between the Warrnambool City and Moyne Shire Councils, with support from the Victorian Government.