South Australian emerging visual artists were presented with over $80,000 in awards and opportunities at the
2023 Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition Opening Night event at Adelaide Contemporary Experimental (ACE) on Friday 31 March.
Works from 21 graduating artists from Flinders University and the University of South Australia are currently on display at ACE – South Australia’s flagship contemporary gallery in an exhibition that brings the next generation of creative talent under one roof from Saturday 1 April until Saturday 6 May 2023.
A total of 16 awards were presented on the opening night of the exhibition, including a major new award; the Helpmann Major Exhibition Award supported by IAS Fine Art Logistics and Linden New Art. Valued at $10,000, the award recipient will receive a three-week exhibition at Linden New Art in St Kilda, Victoria valued at $4,500 plus up to $3,000 in IAS Fine Art Logistics services and $2,500 cash.
2022 Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition Award Winners
The Helpmann Academy / University of South Australia Postgraduate Award as jointly awarded to University of South Australia Masters candidates, Jessica Murtagh and Carrie Radzevicius – who will share in the $10,000 cash prize. This award recognises the achievements of a Masters or PhD candidate.
Teresa Busuttil, University of South Australia graduate received the Helpmann Academy / ACE Studio Program Award valued at $15,000. The award includes 12-month rent–free studio space plus extensive professional development opportunities including, but not limited to: studio visits with Australian and international curators, introductions to visiting artists, participation in public programs, and support from ACE staff. Teresa will also produce new work and receive a commission fee for ACE’s annual studio artist exhibition. Teresa was also the recipient of the City of Adelaide Award ($5,000 cash prize) and her work will be acquired as part of the City of Adelaide’s art collection.
New in 2023, the Helpmann Major Exhibition Award supported by IAS Fine Art Logistics and Linden New Art is valued at $10,000 and was awarded to Jayda Wilson, University of South Australia graduate. Jayda will receive a three-week exhibition at Linden New Art valued at $4,500 plus up to $3,000 in IAS Fine Art Logistics services. Jayda was also the recipient of the he Commonwealth Private Undergraduate Award for Excellence, valued at $7,500.
Stephanie Doddridge, University of South Australia graduate received the City Rural Insurance / Helpmann Development Award, valued at $5,000. This award provides the recipient the opportunity to expand their creative practice.
Erin Renfrey, Flinders University graduate was the recipient of the Hill Smith Art Advisory Award (valued at $5,000 cash). For an artist working in the traditions of painting, drawing or print. Erin was also the recipient of the Square Holes Award ($5,000 cash). Erin’s work will become a part of the Square Holes art collection.
Beck Johns, Flinders University graduate received the Lang Family Foundation / McKee Award ($5,000 cash) and also the JamFactory Award (valued at $2,500). The JamFactory Award is presented to an artist working in ceramics, glass or jewellery. It includes a mentorship and opportunity to have work on consignment in JamFactory’s retail store for 12 months, plus $500 cash.
Lili Harrison, University of South Australia graduate received the Jaquillard Exhibition Award ($3,000 cash). This award is to be used for the costs associated with presenting an exhibition.
Sally Christian, Flinders University graduate received theMcHugh Award ($3,000 cash).
Rebecca Alderson, University of South Australia graduate received theDavid Baker Innovation Award ($2,000 cash).
Marlize de Klerk, University of South Australia graduate received theDavid Hayden Professional Development Award ($1,000 cash). This award supports the purchase of materials.
Crista Bradshaw, University of South Australia graduate received the SALA Award which is presented to an artist who will benefit from exhibiting their work at SALA. The award includes premium registration for the 2023 SALA festival, plus $530 cash.
The Awards judging panel included Vincent Alessi, CEO + Director, Linden New Art; Gillian Brown, Curator, Samstag Museum of Art and Brian Parkes, CEO, JamFactory.
The Helpmann Academy acknowledges the incredible generosity of the 2023 Graduate Exhibition Award Partners and donors, who make these fantastic awards possible.
The 2023 Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition is on at ACE, Lion Arts Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide.
The exhibition is open Tuesday to Saturday, 11am – 4pm, from Saturday 1 April to Saturday 6 May 2023.
Entry is free.
The Helpmann Academy acknowledges the support of major event partner, City Rural Insurance, our presenting partner, Adelaide Contemporary Experimental and our Event Partner, Grigori Family Reserve Wines.