QWASI

About Queensland Wildlife Artists’ Society

"Hornbill Shuffle "

Best in Show: "Hornbill Shuffle" by Peta Boyce "International Wildlife in Art 2007" Logan Gallery

Queensland Wildlife Artists’ Society Incorporated (QWASI) was established in 1983 in Brisbane, Australia and has grown to a dynamic society with members throughout Australia and from Overseas.

QWASI appreciates the strong support of sponsors and patrons Count and Countess von Faber-Castell. Their enthusiasm and encouragement is much appreciated.

Exhibiting members and associate members of QWASI all have a profound interest in art and the environment and many members are wildlife carers or members of wildlife/environment protection groups.

New members are always welcome. QWASI offers memberships for exhibiting members, emerging artists, juniors and associate members. For more information, please see contact details.

The Society actively supports and raises funds for wildlife and conservation groups.

If you would like to contact us, please email us here.

Artists

The Aims of Queensland Wildlife Artists’ Society

To promote a wide interest in wildlife as a genre.
To hold regular exhibitions of members’ work and of invited guest artists.
To offer artists a point of contact and a network where issues related to their art may be discussed.
To offer a place of inquiry for potential sales and commissions.
To offer a stimulating, informative and educational program in order to further knowledge and understanding of wildlife art.

The Queensland Wildlife Artists’ Society offers

Exhibitions
Special themed exhibitions are held regularly at various venues with Australian and International Fauna/Flora themes in alternate years. An International themed exhibition is held in odd years at the Logan Art Gallery (next exhibition 2007)

Meetings
Meetings are held every two months and all members are welcome to attend. Meeting venues are notified in the newsletter.

Newsletter
A bi-monthly newsletter keeps members up to date and informed about forthcoming events as well as featuring interesting articles from members.

Special Events
Throughout the year outings and educational events are held to further interest in art and Australia’s unique wildlife. Some events are especially aimed at children.

Workshops/Tuition
Many QWASI members tutor in art and conduct workshops in a broad range of media