Category: Artists

Narellan Community Mosaic Project: art in the park
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Narellan Community Mosaic Project: art in the park

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The Narellan Community Mosaic Project was commissioned in 2005 by Camden Council with funding from the NSW Department of Planning. This artwork is one of number in Elyard Reserve in Narellan.

Mosaic bench: public artwork at Narellan
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Mosaic bench: public artwork at Narellan

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In a corner of Elyard Reserve at Narellan is a mosaic tiled bench. This colourful artwork was commissioned in 2009 and is hidden in plain sight.

Oran Park Library: public art celebrates the ghosts of motor racing
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Oran Park Library: public art celebrates the ghosts of motor racing

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The Oran Park library has a number of public artworks that commemorate the former Oran Park motorway that was on the site. These wonderful public art installations celebrate the memories of the  Oran Park Raceway which closed in 2010.

Exploring Camden Realism: Art as storytelling
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Exploring Camden Realism: Art as storytelling

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Camden Realism is an art style emerging in the Macarthur region, characterized by storytelling through representational artworks. Artists like Nola Tegel and Patricia Johnston, influenced by Alan Baker, capture local history and change. Exhibitions at Campbelltown Arts Centre showcase their work, reflecting the evolving landscape and community identity.

‘Face to Face’, a new exhibition at Alan Baker Art Gallery
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‘Face to Face’, a new exhibition at Alan Baker Art Gallery

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A new art exhibition has opened recently at the Alan Baker Art Gallery in Macaria, John Street, Camden. The exhibition FACE to FACE Live Sittings 1936 -1972 runs from April to September 2021. Entry is free.

Camden Rotary Pioneer Mural: public art, a mural, a memorial wall and a wishing well
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Camden Rotary Pioneer Mural: public art, a mural, a memorial wall and a wishing well

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The Camden Pioneer Mural, located near Camden Hospital, serves as a significant piece of public art reflecting the community's history and identity. Conceived by the Camden Rotary Club, it honors local pioneers and agricultural heritage through ceramic tiles. The mural has become a local tourist attraction, symbolizing community pride and cultural narrative.

Public Art and Well-Being at Campbelltown Lakes
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Public Art and Well-Being at Campbelltown Lakes

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The 8th Western Sydney University Sculpture Award and Exhibition features 23 artworks globally, including Denese Oates' Xerophyte Forest, a steel representation of future plants. The beautiful lakeside setting enhances the sculptures' aesthetic, positively impacting community well-being. The exhibition runs from 4 May to 3 June 2018, attracting students and staff.