Hope Arts Festival
PRIMARY ART
On Tuesday the 18th and 25th of February, students from The Lakes South Morang College were fortunate to take part in a special art workshop led by a professional artist from the Whittlesea Council. The workshops focused on the theme of “Hope”, encouraging students to explore creativity, symbolism, and connection to nature through
collaborative effort exhibited in a public setting. As Aria B expressed, “I found it very inspiring and really enjoyed it. I’m happy that I learnt new things and I enjoyed using new materials,” and Kathy N added, “It was a fun way to connect with nature.” Their enthusiasm captured the pride and excitement shared by all who contributed to the project. On Wednesday the 2nd of April, our young artists attended an excursion to the Convention Centre to view their artwork on display. The experience was both rewarding and empowering as students saw their creations celebrated by the wider community. “I liked it because we were making things out of nature,” said Eleftheria G, while Evelyn M noted, “I learnt how to draw on leaves.” Many students reflected on stepping outside their comfort zones and trying something new — “We stepped out of our comfort zone by using natural materials,” said Aleen. The Hope Arts Festival experience not only showcased our students’ artistic talents but also reminded them of the power of creativity, collaboration, and connection to nature.
their art. Using natural materials such as leaves, sticks, and stones, students created beautifully textured pieces inspired by the environment. As Elise S shared, “I liked how we used nature with it. I liked also how we used nature to make the animals,” while Amelia V reflected, “It was fun using natural materials for a change and I liked the Aboriginal style.”
The completed artworks were later displayed in the foyer of
the Plenty Ranges Convention Centre during the Whittlesea Community Festival on March 16th. The collection, rich in colour and texture,
reflected the theme of hope through nature and community. Students were thrilled to see their
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