The
formal opening of the exhibition was given with great aplomb by the
President, Norma Parry-Williams (pictured), who gave a history of the
group, and then introduced Jiawei Shen, the guest speaker, who
officially declared the exhibition “open” (pictured). Jiawei, now a
renowned artist in Australia, told us of his journey from China to
Bundeena, in various interesting and amusing anecdotes, including
drawing portraits of passing people at Circular Quay in Sydney. Jiawei
attended with his wife and daughter.
We were also
honoured to have on display the wonderful mosaic
(pictured) by Tim Cole, telling the indigenous story of why the crow is
black, or why other birds are colourful.
Bundeena Art &
Crafts Group was formed over twenty years ago, one
of the original members was Vo Waters, who recently passed away.
Currently
there are over thirty members who participate in drawing,
painting, embroidery, crocheting, mosaic work, jewellery making and
silk screen painting.
There is a social
side too, with barbeques, breakfasts and picnics.
The group enters exhibitions, speak at soup day luncheons, man stalls
and enter art shows. The group is very friendly with young and mature
members, and excellent guest artists and craft teachers who give
workshops.
Meetings
- the 2nd & 4th Friday each month at the Uniting Church
Hall, Mary St., Bundeena from 9-30am to 3pm. - cost is $5 single $7 a
couple to join and $5 per day.
Contact
- Norma Parry-Williams (President) Phone 9544
2736, email normaparrywilliams@yahoo.com
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