Marilyn Russell is included in Sanctuary: 25 Years of Hazelhurst Arts Centre.
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Hazelhurst Arts Centre presents Sanctuary: 25 Years of Hazelhurst Arts Centre.
Varied and captivating, Sanctuary showcases artists who represent the strength and diversity of Hazelhurst's storied history. The artworks included, ranging from vibrant paintings to thought-provoking sculptures, demonstrate the Centre's history of excellence and signal a diverse and engaging future for the exhibition program.
Making works in the centuries-old tradition of shellwork, passed down through generations of Aboriginal women, Marilyn Russell's intricate sculptures continue tradition with her own unique interpretation.
Artwork:
Esme Timbery and Marilyn Russell
Shellwork model of La Perouse Mission Church, 2018
white shells and glitter adhered to blue cloth-covered cardboard
200 × 185 × 96 mm
Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales
Purchased from Esme Timbery, 2018
With thanks to Marilyn Russell and N.Smith Gallery
