History group seeks 3D sculptures for Meredith exhibition

THE Meredith History Interest Group (MHIG) is inviting sculptors to be inspired by Australian history and create 3D pieces for its upcoming exhibition.

To run over two days in May as part of the Australian Heritage Festival, the theme of the exhibition is Highly Reconstructed.

It will be held in the MHIG grounds and building at 31 Staughton Street, Meredith, otherwise known as the old Shire Hall.

The exhibition will run on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May from 9.30am until 3.30pm.

MHIG president Marg Cooper said the exhibition was open to professional and amateur sculptors.

“Sculptures can be made from any materials or combination of materials and can be of any size from tiny to big,” she said.

“We ask you to name your sculpture and include a description of how it represents history.

“Children are welcome to also enter and there will be a separate section for their creations.”

Artists must supply a suitable stand – if required – for displaying their work, submit an entry form by Thursday, April 24, and deliver by Thursday, May 1.Entry fee is $5 for five entries.

Entry forms can be obtained by emailing [email protected].

Among the first to be inspired by the exhibition is MHIG vice-president Darren Guthrie, who has created a piece called Skylab, paying homage to the first ever US created space station, parts of which eventually crashed to earth in the Indian Ocean and in outback Western Australia in 1979.

Mark Cuthbertson, who has delivered public and private art commissions for local government bodies, theatres and private collectors, has agreed to judge the sculptures and present awards on Sunday at 2pm.

Ms Cooper said Mr Cuthbertson would also talk about some of his creations, including the concrete couch on the corner at the Royal Hotel in Meredith.

“The Meredith History Interest Group likes to hold events that showcase history or bring history to the public,” she said.

“In this case it is not just Meredith and district history that is being displayed but in a wider sphere.

“So be creative and construct a sculpture or more for the sculpture exhibition at Meredith in May.”

The MHIG is a not-for-profit organisation for everyone with an interest in the history of Meredith and district. For further details, visit meredithhistory.com.au.