Sculpture by the Sea 2019.. III

I always look forward to seeing what Iraq/WA sculptor Ayad Alqaragholli has created for Sculpture by the Sea. 'Marsh Boat' above and below in bronze, concrete and stainless steel plate was a real draw-card. The artist's statement 'This work is symbolic of how the WA coast evokes many memories of the mashoof reed boats that have navigated the Mesopotamian Marshes of my southern Iraq homeland for years.It represents both the joy of the Iraq people and my new life in Australia'. The joy of his work makes me happy..

The astoundingly intricate sculpture 'Vintage Bush Truck' below was woven using palm fronds, bamboo, grapevine and palm branch by WA artist and master weaver Janine McAullay Bott. The artist's statement 'An old truck left discarded in the bush. Still hangs on the character of its vintage style of days gone by. It speaks of early bush tracks and weathered truckies staring down lonely roads. A ghost of itself. A fond memory to many, like grapes which have aged boldly like a fine wine'. One of the most relatable statements in the exhibition 💛

The smooth curves of 'Rolling the Earth' above, created in stainless steel and bronze casting by South Korean sculptor Tae-Geun Yang were popular with art students. The artist's statement 'Reckless development projects are ravaging our planet, posing a grave threat to all living creatures. How can we create an environment in which bears can live and play in peace'. That's a problem that should concern us all. Back tomorrow with more :) Happy Thursday, take care and stay safe..