More than just a scenic backdrop, the ocean shapes the heart and soul of Wollongong. A captivating exhibition that delves into the connection between the city and the sea. Through a beautiful film and watercolour artwork showcasing the coastline, the exhibition invites you on a journey of reflection.
City+Sea. exhibition opening
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Wollongong Campus
UOW Gallery and Foyer, Building 29, UOW Wollongong - –PriceFree
Don't miss the free opening night for City+Sea! Experience the exhibition, connect with your community, and celebrate Wollongong's unique bond with the ocean.
When: 20 June, 2024 | 5 pm - 7 pm
Where: Wollongong campus [Western end], UOW Gallery and Foyer, Building 29
The official launch of City+Sea will be held on Thursday (20 June) at 5pm, in the UOW Art Gallery in Building 29 (the Jillian Broadbent Building). The exhibition is open daily from Monday to Wednesday, from 10am to 4pm, or by appointment, until 11 September.
About the exhibition
Wollongong, nestled along the Australian coastline, faces a dynamic future with environmental and social changes on the horizon. The ocean has always been a defining feature of life here, a constant presence from the escarpment's dramatic cliffs to the rolling waves of the Pacific.
City+Sea, a captivating exhibition, invites you to explore this unique relationship. It stretches geographically from Otford in the north to Bass Point in the south. The exhibition offers a fresh perspective: a continuous video filmed over three and a half hours from a fishing boat captures the coastline's essence, complemented by a breathtaking 26-metre-long watercolour artwork.
City+Sea isn't just about viewing art; it's about fostering a sense of community. This exhibition creates a space for reflection, for sharing stories about your connection to the sea, and even for creative expression. Whether you choose to write, draw, or simply have a conversation, City+Sea encourages you to slow down and connect with others who share a love for Wollongong.
A collaboration between Dr Kim Williams (artist), Associate Professor Leah Gibbs (human geographer), Dr Lucas Ihlein (artist), Associate Professor Sarah Hamylton (coastal geographer) with artistic contributions from Hayden Griffith and Aunty Barbara Nicholson.
This innovative project was made possible with the support of a UOW ReVITAlise (RITA) Research grant.
IMAGE CREDIT
Still from Bald Hill to Shellharbour: view of the Illawarra from the sea, 2024
Kim Williams, Leah Gibbs, Hayden Griffith, Lucas Ihlein, Sarah Hamylton