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Art creates opportunity for algae education
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HOLDFAST LIMESTONE COAST INC.
The Holdfast Limestone Coast inc. is a multi-faceted organisation, focusing on science (research), culture, environment & the art of algae (smelly old seaweed). Our team consists of cultural advisors, scientists, artists and community.
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It is our aim to increase community awareness of local marine flora, its diversity and its place in the Ecosystem by using a combination of art, science and culture.
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Annual Membership is from 1st July to 30th June
Membership entitles you to:
Members discount for entry into the annual Holdfast exhibition
Members discount for workshops
Members discount for upcoming events
Personal development opportunities
FEES:
Single $20.00 per person
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Our Upcoming Events
Our Past Exhibition & Events
12th April 2024, at 6:00pm
Limestone Coast artists Jo Fife and Sally O'Connor present artworks of diverse materials and approaches in the service of a deeper understanding of the limestone coastline and its seabed ecology, in particular the Bonney Upwelling that hosts the most diverse algae species in the world. (cont.)
Venue: The Riddoch Arts + Cultural Centre - Mount Gambier
13th April 2024, at 12:00pm
Using hand dyed and almost entirely gifted, reused and recycled materials, Fife's approach to object making invokes the fragility of our seabed ecology while revelling in the wonders of marine lifeforms. (cont.)
Venue: The Riddoch Arts + Cultural Centre - Mount Gambier
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6th August 2023, at 12:30pm
An exhibition of works produced from workshops around the theme of Algae from the Port MacDonnell/Ngaranga coastline.
To be opened by Limestone Coast Landscape Board Member, Robbie Davis.
Venue: Port MacDonnell Community Complex: 5/7 Charles Street
18 August 2023, 6-7pm
Q & A session to follow
Zoe Brittain is a PhD student at Deakin University in Warrnambool. Her thesis is on the Sustainability of Seaweed.
Venue: Port MacDonnell Community Complex: 5/7 Charles Street
3rd September 2023, 12:30pm
Venue: Port MacDonnell Community Complex: 5/7 Charles Street
6th October 2024, at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Immerse yourself in the underwater world of Algae through the lens of a diver as Sally O'Connor and Joann Fife host a Q&A session on algae observations.
Due to the lack of geological events and the unique Bonney upwelling the Limestone Coast hosts the most algae species in the world.
The viewer will experience a diver's perspective and the awe of local species found on the Ngaranga/Port MacDonnell reef system. Artists Sally O’Connor [BSc (Hons) in Marine Botany] & Joann Fife will inform participants on algae observations and identification. Q&A session to follow screening of the Underwater Film.
Film Credits:
Underwater Visuals - Trudi Timmermann & Kirsty Ievins
Soundscape - Tim Stent & Trudi Timmermann
Video Edit - Tim Stent
13th October 2024, at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Study algae specimens looking at form, colour and shape, then Anne will guide to illustrate the wonders of your observations.
You will study algae specimens looking at form, colour and shape and then be guided to illustrate the wonder of your observations.
We are pleased to offer a Botanical Drawing workshop with renowned Limestone Coast Artist Anne Miles. Anne has previously worked with local Boandik Elders in illustrating local flora for publications including What Seed Is That by Neville Bonney.
28th September to 13th October 2024
The documentary tells the overarching story of Joann Fife and Sally O’Connor’s journey of discovery, borne out of a deep interest in the Limestone Coast shoreline and a desire to protect its unique and vital ecology.
In bringing together cultural and scientific experts to discuss life cycles and biodiversity of the seaweed, as well as to reflect on sense of place, personal stories, and local histories pertaining Port MacDonnell/ Ngaranga, the artists have succeeded in building a multidimensional project that is both creative and educational in its scope.
The documentary provides an entry point to let us ponder the vast complexity embedded in these most ancient life forms.
Video duration: 11 minutes
Film Credits:
Video, Sound & Edit - Tim Stent
Underwater Visuals - Trudi Timmermann & Kirsty Ievins
Still Photography - Tim Rosenthal
SPOTTERS' CLUB
Sunday 22nd September 2024, at 2:00pm
HELPERS WANTED: BEACHWALKERS, BEACHCOMBERS, BEACHLOVERS, SENIOR CITIZENS, NATURALISTS, ENVIRONMENTALISTS and interested people...
The Spotters' Club will observe, record and identify marine algal species found on the Limestone Coast.
As our observations grow, we will set up a SEAWEED TRAIL, designating certain prime locations with brochures listing species which have been found there, challenging observers to find these species at those particular locations.
LAUNCH AT PORT MACDONNELL COMMUNITY COMPLEX followed by Beach Walk
Secrets of Seaweed
Limestone Coast artists Jo Fife and Sally O'Connor present artworks to promote understanding of seabed ecology and the influence of the Bonney Upwelling on the most diverse group of algal species in the world.
Photo credit Tim Rosenthal
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This project is supported by the Limestone Coast Board's Grassroots Grants program and is funded by the Landscape levy. The Holdfast Art Project was made possible by the Australian Government's Regional Arts Fund, which support the arts in regional and remote Australia.
