Some of Parkes’ most talented potters are combining forces to present an exhibition in the foyer of the Parkes Shire Library and Cultural Centre next weekend.
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Parkes Pottery Group has issued a general invitation to the community to attend the three-day exhibition titled Enigma.
Enigma is the mystery that has beset the group to produce a collection of art works that embraces the fundamentals of the lure of clay.
Opening night is next Friday, August 1, with the exhibition continuing Saturday and until 3pm Sunday, August 3.
The fine line-up of talent includes Pol Cruz, Elsie Mahon, Judy Kinsela, Nola Reeves, Elizabeth Briton, Gail Hall, Mavis Harrison, Sue Smeaton, Bev Rowe, Sally Armstrong and Jocelyn Moles.
Friday’s opening night will include nibblies plus wine from Twisted River Winery.
Admission is $10 with the exhibition commencing 6pm.
The Parkes Pottery Group includes dedicated local artisans who create art pieces as well as the traditional pottery ware.
The group commenced more than 40 years ago under the guidance of the late Kathleen McGuire.
Judy Kinsela was and remains one of the group’s original members.
Newer members have been nurtured and mentored under the guidance of accomplished artists and potters including Pol Cruz, Judy Kinsela, Nola Reeves, Mavis Harrison and Sue Smeaton to produce outstanding works for the exhibition.
According to Bev Rowe the respect and care shown for the individual talents of members has made for an exceptional learning environment.
“This has enabled the artists to extend their creativity into unchartered territories of experimentation with what can be achieved in the many types of clay.