Roxby sunsets inspire budding artist
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Xavier College student Stefanija Gosling is the winner of the primary school category of an art competition conducted across Australia by Caritas Australia’s Catholic Earthcare.
The 2025 Season of Creation Schools Art Competition invited students to reflect on the theme “Peace with Creation” through visual art.
The Season of Creation, observed globally from September 1 to October 4, is a time for Christians to unite in prayer and action for the Earth.
This year’s art competition attracted hundreds of entries from young artists, with more than 1500 votes cast in the People’s Choice Awards, reflecting strong community support for youth-led ecological expression.
Stefanija said the theme Peace with Creation inspired her entry (pictured).
“It reminded me of when I used to live in Roxby Downs and watched the sunsets in the Outback with my family,” she said. “I added some Australian animals as symbols of our country and nature.”
Other winners include:
• People’s Choice Secondary Category Winner: Indira L, Holy Spirit College, NSW
• Bishop’s Choice Primary Category Winner: Zahra E, St John XXIII Catholic College, NSW
• Bishop’s Choice Secondary Category Winner: Maggie W, North Sydney Girls High School, NSW
Bishop Tim Harris, chair, Bishops Commission for Social Justice, Mission, and Service, who judged the Bishop’s Award category, said the creativity and depth shown by students in responding to the theme ‘Peace with Creation’ was “truly inspiring”.
“Their artworks flourished with meaning, beauty and a deep sense of care for our common home, which is a testament to the hope and wisdom of our young people.”
Winning artworks will be featured in Caritas communications and advocacy materials.
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