This is fabulous news to share that the Karoonda Silos are the 2024 Hither & Yon Venue Award Winner for the Think Big exhibition that I was a part of!

Here is the announcement from the SALA Festival News:

2024 HITHER & YON VENUE AWARD WINNER

Each year the SALA Festival, in collaboration with Hither & Yon, recognises a venue that has exceeded expectations in supporting its exhibiting artist during the Festival. This could be going above and beyond in areas such as installation support, promotion of the artist, community engagement or visitor experience. We are excited to announce that the winning venue in 2024 is: Karoonda Silos!

“The judging panel was impressed by how 31 South Australian artists were supported to be involved in Karoonda Silos – Think Big, a unique opportunity to have their artwork showcased at large scale by projection onto grain silos. The exhibition was free and accessible every night throughout August, widely promoted by digital and print media, providing consistent exposure to a diverse audience. The artists not only had their work highlighted on a glowing rural canvas, but also had the option to display and sell pieces of their work through the district council office – the best of both worlds.

The panel felt strongly that the venue exceeded expectations by going over and above for the artists, which is the key principle of the Hither & Yon award. The exhibition yielded increased tourism to the area and support to the local economy, and also fostered meaningful connections across regions and industries. This considered and layered approach we also felt met the SALA purpose of engaging with communities in a vibrant and valued way, well done Karoonda Silos – Think Big.

The judging panel wishes to thank all entrants in the Hither & Yon venue award for 2024 – judging was a difficult but enjoyable process, we look forward to it again in 2025.” 

– Malcolm Leask, Hither & Yon

It was a well deserved award for @discoverkaroonda and the community of Karoonda which was very welcoming. You can revisit my story here.

Cheers

Glenys