Inspiring and graceful sculpture finds its place in Elsternwick Park
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His Worship The Mayor Cr Laurence Evans OAM and Councillors invite you and your family to the launch of Bayside’s new public artwork ‘Spirit of Place’.
This graceful and inspiring metal sculpture, by master blacksmith and artist David Wood, references the Phragmite australis reeds that grow in Elsternwick Park and are indigenous to the local area. ‘Spirit of Place’ is a meeting point for family and friends, a seat for quiet reflection and somewhere for children to play surrounded by art and nature.
DATE Saturday 22 May 2021
TIME 2.00pm
WHERE South-east corner of Elsternwick Park, near the corner of New and Head Streets
RSVP Let us know you're coming (essential to comply with COVIDSafe restrictions (PDF, 65.09KB))
The artist David Wood was chosen following an Expressions of Interest process, which included an Artist’s Brief, informed by community feedback. Enjoy this video detailing the artist’s journey creating ‘Spirit of Place’.
For more information about the artist, project and community consultation, please refer to the Public art in Elsternwick Park South page.
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