ARTSHOP a major sponsor of the Fairholme Open Art Prize – FACETS

May 7, 2024

We LOVE the Fairholme Open Art Prize – FACETS, especially its mission to connect our community through art.


Now in its eighth year, this exhibition offers a carefully-curated collection of works worthy of our attention, and of our gathering together for viewing and conversation.


Toowoomba's own ARTSHOP Fine Custom Picture Framing + Art Restoration, is once again honoured to support the Fairholme Open Art Prize – FACETS, in 2024 as one of two Major Sponsors. We are also proud to have framed to conservation standards, a number of truly stunning works for display.


With over 200 local artists represented this year, FACETS provides a wonderful opportunity to admire and acquire pieces from our clever artistic community.


FACETS exhibition opens to the public from May 10th to May 12th, 2024.


Don't forget to reserve your tickets for the high-quality May 10 opening night event and the artists in conversation breakfast on May 11.


To learn more, and make your bookings visit https://www.fairholme.qld.edu.au/fairholme-open-art-prize


To learn more about ARTSHOP's conservation framing, artwork restoration and frame restoration, and range of services and discuss your framing needs, please reach out to ARTSHOP. We are ready to assist!


Warm regards,


Cherylyn Russell

Director

ARTSHOP Fine Custom Picture Framing · Artwork Restoration

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

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