THE foreshore of Woolgoolga Beach Reserve is set to burst into colour over the Easter long weekend.
Groups and individuals who have chosen to participate in making paper sculpture gardens – ingeniously created by bringing individual flowers and butterflies together – have been busy crafting and painting their contributions.
The final result will be open for everyone to see from Friday 3 to Monday 6 April.
The exhibit will also include an Easter Garden night display, lighting up the Beach Reserve.
The theme celebrates the promise of new life in the heartbreak and hope of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.
Fiona Bennel of Woolgoolga Community Creations told News Of The Area, “There are plans for a video shot from drones of the field of flowers, hopefully at night as well, which should be spectacular for those who aren’t able to attend.
“Those in the corrections centre and the retirement village will be able to enjoy their efforts… and see how their contribution enhanced the overall effect.”
While the spiritual aspect of the display is an important motivation, aesthetic appeal is also front of mind.
Each individual piece, whether a butterfly or flower, is painted distinctively but melds together in a riot of colour, patterns and shapes.
Groups involved in making flowers include the Clarence Correctional Centre (250 flowers), the Jesus Club (Northern Beaches Anglican, Woolgoolga), the Mini Vinnies (community group), the Woolgoolga Retirement Centre and Woolgoolga Community Creations.
There were also many individuals working from home.
Kits of two flowers and two butterflies are still available for a small donation, from the Woolgoolga Visitors Information Centre and the So Sweet Bouquets shop in Woolgoolga.
The competition for “Best in Show” involves only the students who joined from Mullaway, Woolgoolga, Sandy Beach and St Francis Xavier primary schools.
Winners will be announced on Friday 10 April on the Woolgoolga Community Creations Facebook page
Flowers and butterflies will be available on Easter Monday from 11am-3pm, with donations going towards the costs of the project.
By Kim SATCHELL
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