The 41st Artshow@Radford

By Mrs Monique Glavonjic, Community Engagement Manager

The 2025 Artshow@Radford was our biggest and brightest yet! With record attendance, record-breaking sales and the highest number of registered artists and artworks to date, this year’s show was nothing short of extraordinary. What we achieved together as a community last weekend was truly something to be proud of.

Events of this scale and impact don’t just happen - they are built on dedication, vision and the collective spirit of our College community.

We remain incredibly grateful to the original Parents & Friends committee, who laid the foundations of this event back in 1984 with the very first Radford College Art and Pottery Exhibition (as it was known back then). We hope they would be proud of how far their legacy has come and how it has blossomed into a vibrant celebration of creativity and connection.

Congratulations to the following winners:

  • 1st - Radford Collegians Jonquil Mackey Award - Gail Neuss, Kangaroo skin & burnt design
  • 2nd - ISC Sport Art Critic Award - Neil Lade, Ameurnica
  • 3rd - Radford Foundation Emerging Artist Award - Clare Lawrence, Tide Sentinels

We would also like to acknowledge the following student artists:

Senior category:

  • 1st – Archie Holt, Self Portrait
  • 2nd – Eva Guo, Monet by Eva

Junior category:

  • 1st – Ivy Jin, Dragon Clan
  • 2nd – Layla Huang, The Mythical Wolf Pack

Our heartfelt thanks go to:

  • Kacy Grainger, our 2025 Guest Judge and Grainger Gallery Owner, for her discerning eye and generous contributions to the judging process.
  • Radford College staff, including our 2025 Curator, Mrs Annette Carter, for her attention to detail and vision to create a wonderful exhibition; Principal, Mr Christopher Bradbury, for his support and leadership; our exceptional Junior and Secondary School art teachers, who worked tirelessly to support our students and help curate the vibrant stage display; Mr Nick Akhurst and his performing arts team, who seamlessly transitioned from their sold-out musical production with less than 24 hours to spare; and our facilities team, which worked around the clock to get our display boards installed in record time.
  • We also extend our sincere thanks to our generous sponsors - Radford Collegians, Radford Foundation, ISC Sport and Qote. Your support empowers us to elevate the arts and create meaningful opportunities for engagement and expression.
  • To our talented music students who performed throughout the weekend, and our service-learning students who welcomed guests with warmth and professionalism - thank you for adding so much heart to the event.
  • And finally, a massive shoutout to the incredible Parents & Friends Committee, led by President Ms Stephanie Hinton, and the many parent volunteers who generously gave their time and energy in the lead-up to the Gala Opening. Your dedication, enthusiasm and hard work have made the 2025 Artshow@Radford a shining example of what we can achieve when we come together.
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