Mannum’s local kindergarted kids were inspired by a visit to a major South Australian Living Artist (SALA) exhibition at the local Woolshed Gallery, they created their own exhibition of nearly 50 pieces at a local coffee shop – the Bean Shack at Mannum Green.
SALA 2014 in the Mid Murray witnessed the largest number of contributing artists ever.
In 5 exhibitions from Palmer to Sedan and Mannum, an open field, café, museum, historic hall and generously donated private gallery played host to more than 33 local artists in a sizzling display and celebration of diversity, colour, resilience and connection.
In keeping with the spirit of SALA, the Mannum Kindergarten focused on the creativity of their small charges and after a tour of the extensive SALA exhibition at the private gallery, decided on an unconventional but very public space to share their colourful creations. The Bean Shack Café at Mannum Green was thrilled to host the varied and eclectic collection.
Aged from 2 1/2 to around 7, the works are a lesson in inhibition and use of colour.
The works will be auctioned off as a fund raiser (traditionally purchased by the parents) and this year may see some further opportunities for families and the public to purchase samples e.g. placemats, coasters or Christmas card sets.
For more information contact:
Tess Minett
Arts & Cultural Development Officer
Mid Murray Council & Country Arts SA
Telephone: 08 8569 0100
Email: [email protected]
Country Arts SA pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and recognises their continuing connection and spiritual relationship to these lands, waters and skies. We are committed to listening and helping care for Country, and to safeguard, share and celebrate First Nations’ living cultures.