Artistic pursuits, inspiring stories

A VIBRANT celebration of local art, creativity and community will raise vital funds to support the ongoing work of local food security service Feed Me Bellarine.

The Resin and Ripples event will be held at Bellarine Estate on February 21 and explore the world of bold resin wall art from small St Leonards based local business Bellarine Resin.

Alongside the art, audiences will be moved by the powerful presence of queen of resilience Justine Martin.

Martin was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, underwent three heart surgeries, and then had three primary cancers at once.

She was told she would never work again by a medical professional but instead catapulted herself into the world of business.

It not only changed her life to give it purpose and direction but also inspired those around her.

Martin will be creating a live finger painting on the night, with her artwork auctioned off to support Feed Me Bellarine.

Event organiser Stephen Wells from Bellarine Resin said excitement was high heading into the debut event at Bellarine Estate.

“We just wanted to support an organisation who is local and Feed Me Bellarine do an amazing job at what they do.

“We hope to share a bit of our work and give it some exposure in an exhibition sort of format.

“Justine herself will also be exhibiting some of her art which will be terrific and then creating the live finger painting which will be auctioned off.

“We plan on having all proceeds from Justine’s work going to Feed Me Bellarine. It’s sure to be a wonderful night.”

The event will include live music, tapas style food and welcome drinks.

Bookings are available via TryBooking or bellarineresin.com