Petrol station painting sparks debate over modern art in Cornwall
- Dianne Griffiths, a Cornish landscape artist, won the People's Choice Award at the British Art Prize for her painting Driving Home.
- The painting depicts a Texaco petrol station on Trevemper Road near Newquay under a star-lit sky.
- Griffiths expressed her excitement about the win and shared that the original painting will be purchased by the garage, returning it to its home in Newquay.
In the United Kingdom, the British Art Prize announced the winners for its 2024 competition, with a centerpiece being a portrait of a petrol station painted by Cornish artist Dianne Griffiths. The painting, titled Driving Home, features a Texaco petrol station located on Trevemper Road near Newquay. Griffiths received recognition for her artwork, which was selected as the People's Choice Award winner among the top 50 finalists of the competition. This event highlights the intersection of everyday life and artistry, particularly in portraying common sites in a way that resonates with the public. Dianne Griffiths expressed her immense joy at winning this prestigious award. The opportunity brought her significant excitement, as she noted her reaction where she was