A COMPELLING art exhibition which explores themes of isolation and the rugged, natural beauty of Kangaroo Island is currently on display in Millicent.
Island to Inland: contemporary art from Kangaroo Island showcases new work by 10 contemporary artists living and working in the South Australian coastal location.
The exhibition has been developed over the course of two years and has made its way to the Millicent Gallery, where it will be displayed until the end of the month.
Wattle Range libraries and cultural services manager Janice Nitschke said Island to Inland was an eclectic exhibition with works on paper through to sculptures and also featured unique rope work.
“I think it is interesting to have a look at this exhibition following the Wattle Range Art Show,” Ms Nitschke said.
“Looking at Inland to Island I would really keen to host a similar exhibition with some really big pieces from our local photographers and artists.
“I believe our artists have the same calibre, expertise and artistic abilities as those displayed in this exhibition.
“It would be a fantastic opportunity to highlight the diversity of the region – as the art and photographic shows do.”
Ms Nitschke said much of the work seen in Inland to Island used similar artistic abilities as a number of local artists.
“JoJo Spook has had a really interesting piece where she put together plastics, which is represented I think in a number of pieces in this exhibition.
“The beauty of this exhibition is we had some artists come in and comment on the techniques used.
“I think its about not only showing our community what other art is available, but also help artists pick up different ideas, learn and grow.”
The exhibition features the work of artists Ria Byass, Quentin Chester, Audrey Harnett, Scott Hartshorne, Indiana James, Janine Mackintosh, Deborah Sleeman, Caroline Taylor, Maggie Welz and Kenita Williamson.
Artists have used a range of mediums including painting, photography, sculpture, textile and installation.
Island to Inland premiered at Flinders University City Gallery during the 2017 South Australian Living Artists festival and will be tour regional South Australia throughout 2019.
