October 9, 2025

A QUIET WATCHER WINS LOUD APPLAUSE: VICTORIAN TAKES HOME PEOPLE�E��ES CHOICE AWARD

In a gallery filled with vibrant colours, bold brushstrokes, and imaginative interpretations of birdlife, one painting quietly drew people in �E��E The Watcher by Lisa Bishop.

With its masterful depiction of the Tawny Frogmouth�E��Es natural camouflage and its signature sideways glance, the painting evoked a sense of intimacy and nostalgia.

The Watcher is more than a painting, it�E��Es a personal homage to the quiet observers of nature and a heartfelt nod to the bond she shared with her father.

�E��EA huge thank you to everyone who visited the exhibition, cast their votes, and supported our local and interstate artists.

The awards night, held on Friday, 1 August 2025, welcomed over 280 guests to celebrate a decade of the Birdlife Art Awards.

The event continues to shine a spotlight on the rich birdlife of the Hinchinbrook region, from the iconic TYTO Wetlands�E��Ehome to over 230 bird species�E��Eto the broader natural landscapes that inspire artists far and wide.

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