Sawtell Gallery shows Peace by Piece

PEACE by Piece is an upcoming ceramic and painting exhibition celebrating creativity, friendship and life experience.

Showing at Sawtell Gallery, the free exhibition opening party is at 6pm on Sunday 16 November at the gallery, and all are welcome.

The exhibits are the work of the local women’s Art Collective known as MAGIC, which was established in 2015 and shows biannually.

This year MAGIC is supporting CAMFED, an organisation based in West Africa that educates and mentors young girls, helping them to transform their lives through learning and opportunity.

In turn, these girls empower and educate others, demonstrating “the multiplier effect”.

Funds are raised through a percentage of all exhibition sales, raffles and donations.

The title Peace by Piece holds a double meaning, participating artist Paula James told News Of The Area.

“On one level it reflects the way peace is built patiently piece by piece.

“On another, it acknowledges that every shard, every broken surface carries beauty and value when seen as part of a whole.

“The works in this exhibition embrace both the fractured and the unified, recognising that peace is not an absence of struggle but a practice of weaving together that which is shattered.”

The diverse range of exhibits showcases the talent and imagination of ceramic artists who have each interpreted peace through their own artistic lens.

“Clay shaped and fired, mixed media layered with story, and symbolic forms emerge from lived experience.

“Some pieces are delicate, others strong and grounded – but each carries an echo of its maker.”

The MAGIC artists acknowledge the generosity of Maryanne Heslop, “guiding us in fostering our creativity while we play with clay.

“She continues to inspire us with her unique skills, enthusiasm and positivity.

“Thanks also to Margaret Welsh for sharing her beautiful studio with us.”

The exhibition is open daily from 10am-3pm until 29 November.

By Andrea FERRARI