Daisy has a fresh new coat in celebration of The Daisy Spring Festival! The festival which took place from October 4th till the 9th showcased our wonderful local artists and everyone was invited to take part in the creativity. 

Daisy's new coat

Michelle Springett, from Expressive art experience, thought up the moo-velous idea for the Spring school holidays. 50 pieces of art were displayed by 40 different artists from all ages, all with a cow theme in honour of Daisy. 

In addition to the artwork displayed, the festival offered ‘drop in art days’ where people of all ages were able to let their creative juices flow with painting and drawing. 

Families enjoying their creations

Michelle Springett said “We also offered drop in art days where young and old came and painted. Comments from people coming into the Old Fire Station were amazing, they loved the theme of cows, and many stayed for a long time to cast their vote (for people's choice award) and some painted cows too. All ages loved stopping for a while, painting, participating in voting and doing something in their day that was quite unexpected.”

1,148 votes were casted for The People's Choice Award, and there was a clear winner. Congratulations to Isla Downes, 15 years old, for her colourful artwork ‘Boris’, receiving 16% of the overall votes.

Isla Downes with her winning artwork.

There were age categories for kids, teens and adults and awards for outstanding work were given in each category. In the 8-12 years category, Chloe Duren was awarded. 13-18 years, Isla Downes and 18+years was awarded to Karen Crea. Congratulations to all. 

Make sure to stop by The Old Fire House and see Daisy's new look, painted by one of our talented local artists, Tiffany Springett, Michelle's Daughter!

Winners with their artworks.

Michelle would love to host this event again next spring holidays, "With lots of visitors in town, it was a lovely event to host in the school holidays and I look forward to finding sponsorship so we can do it again next Spring", Michelle said. 

One thing is for sure, all our local talent will have you saying Holy Cow!