‘Upper Ground’ 2007 bronze by Ewen Coates finds a home at Deakin University in front of its brand new law building. Thanks to Leanne Willis for the acquisition, Ben Fasham, Pete and Tony from J K Fasham for clean install. @sculpturesonthemove@coatesstudiofoundry
It is with much sadness that we say farewell to our good friend and valued colleague Paul Smit’s who suddenly and unexpectedly passed away at his home on the evening of the 16 th February.
Our heartfelt condolences to his partner Holly( who is expecting her, and Paul’s, yet to be born beautiful girl), Paul’s family and friends. At 34 years old Paul had achieved so much in his short life, already having created many celebrated sculptural commissions throughout Australia. .......... Rest in peace my friend. You were much loved.
I grew up around Western Port Bay and this place is close to my heart. Save Westernport.
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The work of 54 acclaimed contemporary artists comes together in this exciting exhibition to increase awareness of the campaign to stop AGL’s proposed gas import terminal from being approved at Crib Point and to raise urgently needed funds. These funds will help Save Westernport Inc fight to protect Westernport from heavy industrial development including mounting a legal challenge in partnership with Environment Victoria and the Victorian National Parks Association against AGL’s proposal.
Westernport is located approx. 60 km south east of Melbourne. Over the last 2 years the Westernport community has been united in a campaign to stop AGL’s proposed gas import terminal which, if approved, will have devastating impacts on the environment (1). Westernport is uniquely rich and diverse; it is listed as a wetland of international importance under the ‘Ramsar Convention on Wetlands’. It is home to a multitude of sea life and local and migratory birds including the critically endangered eastern curlew and curlew sandpiper (2). Furthermore, its tidal waters are home to vital carbon sequestering mangroves and seagrass meadows.
This exhibition presents a unique opportunity to take powerful collective action for the health and longevity of Westernport by making a donation or acquiring an artwork by a leading contemporary artist to help reach the fundraising target of 100K by November. Art is in Our Nature features artists working across varied work mediums with rich and divergent approaches to artistic language.
WESTERNPORT BAY NEEDS YOUR HELP NOW. PLEASE BUY AN ARTWORK OR DONATE TODAY. 100% OF PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE CAUSE.
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