THE prestigious Turnip prize in Wedmore has been awarded to Bracey Vermin for her work Tea P - some used teabags in the shape of a P.
THE prestigious Turnip prize in Wedmore has been awarded to Bracey Vermin for her work 'Tea P' - some used teabags in the shape of a P.
The ceremony for the annual art competition, a spoof of the world famous Turner prize, was held at The New Inn.
Bracey, who lives in the village, received the award of a turnip mounted on a six inch nail in front of a packed and cheering audience.
The 69-year-old said: "I have entered this most coveted art award on several occasions and I feel the lack of effort this year has really paid off, I knew the moment I came up with the idea the prize was in the bag.
"The work took no time at all to create, I had some pikies over for a brew and it seemed a great way to reuse the teabags"
The exhibits from the four finalists and an entry thought to be a potential offering from famous graffiti artist Banksy will now be sold on Ebay, with profits going to charity.
For more information please visit www.turnipprize.com
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