Community art
Our batteries and associated infrastructure can provide a canvas for public art. These artworks provide a connection to the local community and create an opportunity for the community to further understand and appreciate local culture.
Bungarribee Community Battery - Family Values by Karen Maber
Family Values explores the concept Caring for Country is the responsibility of everyone. We pass this knowledge to our children through our stories.
Karen’s artwork explores the relationships between people, place, emotions and spirituality. Her passion for art and the creative process is to celebrate her unique and proud connections to her culture and encourage personal and collective journeys of healing.
Kiama Down Community Battery - On Country – Where the Mountains meets the Sea by Jodie Stewart
The painting captures the striking geography and strong community connection of Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven regions. The artwork features the Birri Birri (whale) totem representing Kiama, Shellharbour and Wollongong and the Black Cockatoo – the totem for the Shoalhaven. The colours represent the Wodi Wodi people of Dharawal Nation a saltwater people living on the East Coast and the ocean where food is still gathered to this day.
Shell Cove Community Battery - Turtle Dreaming by Daren Dunn
Of his artwork Daren said:
“There are many different Sea Turtles around our country and the Stingray has its own significance, strength and story. I was given this totem to paint by one of my Elders. He taught me to learn from the life cycles and behaviours of these beautiful creatures and would highlight the many powerful lessons that they have to share. The Turtles and Stingrays painted here have been used to symbolise courage, determination, strength, peace and harmony as we travel and press through life’s journey. I am proud to share and pass on this knowledge”