Sculptural stories told in clay

A NEW exhibition from Mullumbimby arts initiative 3DayArt will bring together geology, history, and imagination in a three-day showcase at the Civic Art Space, Mullumbimby Memorial Hall.

Running from September 18 to 20, 260 Rocks features ceramic installations by Richard Tabaka, Suvira McDonald, and Stefan Mager.

Highlights include 260 ceramic rocks suspended from the ceiling, sculptures reflecting on settler times, and a mandala of 33 ceramic figures.

The exhibition will coincide with the Chinny Charge 2025, linking a weekend of community art and outdoor challenge. Byron Shire mayor Sarah Ndiaye will officially open the event on Thursday, September 18, at 5pm.

Mager said the show combines geological, historical, and spiritual themes.

“It brings together geological, historical, and spiritual themes through ceramics to spark reflection on place, memory, and the unseen connections between nature, land, and imagination,” he said.

Visitors, he said, can expect “an atmosphere of discovery and exploration” created by the large-scale suspended rocks, standing sculptures, and ceramic figurines.

Mager, who also coordinates the 3DayArt program, said the exhibition shows the strength of the group’s model of fast, three-day shows.

“This is the third exhibition presented by 3DayArt this year, demonstrating that the concept of fast, three-day art shows is a viable and engaging model,” he said.

The exhibition is open Thursday from 5–8pm and Friday and Saturday from 10am–5pm. Entry is free.