Colours and textures of the Strathbogie region on display

During a weekend of celebrations and activities in Avenel, local artist Angus Cameron will present his latest artworks titled “Transition,” which will be displayed in ARTBOX, situated in Jubilee Park, from 11 -31 August.

After many years of working in and around Darwin, Angus relocated to Avenel. His current body of work reflects the patterns and shapes of the land and ranges of the Strathbogie’s, and capturing the life it supports.

His art embodies the aesthetics found in nature, echoing textures, shapes, and patterns that make up the world around him. An art educator and facilitator, Angus Cameron is now focusing on his creativity through prints.

Strathbogie Shire Administrator Peter Stephenson praised the ARTBOX concept, which encourages local artists to publicly display their works.

He said, ‘most artists have their studio walls filled with their work – ARTBOX has assisted them in bringing their work out of the studio to show their neighbours and the Strathbogie community.

‘We have been thrilled with the success of ARTBOX over its first year, and this next body of work from Angus Cameron has such depth, showcasing the natural elements of the region we all love,’ said Peter Stephenson.

The earthy colours and fluid lines in the prints of “Transition” follow the highly successful display of Longwood’s Jenny Kelly’s precise flora and fauna botanical art, exhibited in ARTBOX currently. Strathbogie Shire ARTBOX is supported by Creative Victoria grant funding.

See Angus Cameron’s website;  https://anguscameron.work/exhibition

Print Workshop Opportunity

Next month, with the help of a Community Recovery Hub grant jointly funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments Disaster Recovery Funding, Angus Cameron will hold a Print Making workshop at Nomad Art in Avenel as part of Arts in Avenel in September.

This one-day free introduction to printmaking workshop will guide participants through to creating a stencil print. The workshop is suitable for both beginner and experienced artists. Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Please book here: Printmaking Workshop