The 2017 Alma Byng competition

As our acting Chair Person reported:

We had a wonderful evening on Wednesday with 62 paintings entered into the Alma Byng competition and a lively and appreciative audience.  

It was special to have Alma’s daughter, Barbara Hutchinson, to speak to us about her late mother and to tell us how important the Society had been to her.  

It was also a pleasure to have Ray Potter judge the works as he is a very experienced artist with a discerning eye.

A big thank you to Sue for dealing with all the paperwork necessary for the smooth running of the competition, and to Di  who once again produced the beautifully penned certificates.  


Thanks to all those who brought the snacks.

Here are the winners of each category and the winner of the Alma Byng Trophy:

Landscapes                 Karin Davel

People, portraits

Life Studies and

Groups                        Karin Davel

Townscapes

Buildings                     John Strickland

Seascapes, Boats

Harbours                     David Parry

Still Life, flowers

Botanical studies        Els Dorat

Animal, wildlife           Cynthia Fletcher

Abstract 

Experimental              Frances Johnson

Sadly there were no entries for Miniatures, and too few in the Interior category to judge.

The Alma Byng Trophy was won by DAVID PARRY for his moody and dramatic seascape.

Well done to you all.

Thank you Rob for the photos!