PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Artist in Residence (Eco Ephemeral) Pilot Project was a three week residency at North Stradbroke Island commencing June 1 2009.
The artist Casselle Mountford;
- conducted art workshops at Dunwich State School.
- worked in collaboration with artist/photographer Katie Howe documenting the process and outcomes.
- conducted a Tree Dressing workshop with found materials at Youthlink's Whale Welcoming Ceremony, June 28.
- installed 24+ individual art works using beach found and recycled materials along the Gorge Walk, Point Lookout during School holidays June 28 – July 12, 2009
The finished work was viewed by approximately 1500 island residents and visitors who do the walk during the winter months. An outdoor projection event of photographs documenting the project, was held July 24 at Moreton Bay Research Station, and is scheduled for Oct 30 – Nov 1 at Island Vibe music festival, Point Lookout.
Online gallery of event photographs housed here at in the Photo Gallery under Abou Straddie at www.straddieonline.com.au
The Regional Arts Development Fund is a Queensland Government and Redland City Council
partnership to support local arts and culture.
A 2009 FEEDBACK FORM SUMMARY is currently available at the Gelati Shop, Pt Lookout for those who experienced Casselle's creations and who wish to comment.
What did you enjoy about them? (Sample results from the feedback so far pertaining to children)
“All the pretty things in the trees. And all the squares and shapes and all the things that were art works.” Stella, age 3
“I liked it” Ava, age 5
“I want to see more eggs and nests” Saffron, Age 6
“They were pretty. I loved them. Satchi liked the big nest on the ground. Jamella liked the big one on the hill. They were pretty and fun and we would like to see it done again.” Jamella, 5yrs, Satchi, 4yrs
“The children enjoyed looking at them”
“Unexpected, surmising, beautiful. Kids were interested in them – enjoyed looking out for them and identifying materials used.”
“My children have been inspired to make their own artwork with the things they find on the beach. Well done."
“The use of natural material, it was great to see the wonderful ‘craft’ that everyone created. I’ve really enjoyed the day.
General feedback…
“They enhanced the moment for me”
“Good use of natural and scavenged material, did not disturb natural environs”
“…good to see them in numerous locations…”
“…signage was good…”
“Something to look forward to next year”
“I loved that they were made of natural materials and were biodegradable! Also that you had to hunt to find them a bit. Excellent idea – hope it can be expanded”
“I think they brought focus to nature…I loved the ground display”
“the epitome of beauty”
“the artwork reflected the aboriginal components and island life of Stradbroke. We liked the shapes, colours and texture of the works”
2010 ARTISTS CORE BRIEF
- 3 artists to work for 20 hours on site at the Gorge Walk; working consecutively the weeks commencing June 19, 26, July 3. This allows for school excursions to the workshops and installations and also involves QLD holiday makers
- Artists to work in residence and onsite at the headland
- Utilise natural and recycled materials found on the island
- Gorge Walk to be the location for both installation and workshops
- Artist to provide an ‘Artists’ Statement’ and work sheet for children and young people
- Artists to deliver in total 3 workshop for children and young people; accessible during the school holidays for residents and visitors, also before QLD school holidays to enable school excursions to the project.
2010 CORE PROJECT BRIEF
- Creatively explore environmentally sensitive beach ecology that ultimately reflects both the strengths and fragility of this environment
- Expand perceptions of art beyond the notion of gallery systems, co modification and permanence
- Build a wider framework for island residents and tourists to engage in local contemporary art practice
- Promote understanding of human impact on the island and Quandamooka.
- Foster innovation in project partners
- Promotion and Marketing; document and archive the process online at straddieonline.com.au,
- Develop a strong marketing and promotion strategy.
For more information contact:
Jo Kaspari
0418729822
jokaspari@mac.com
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