Exhibition showcases local talent
First Glimpse showcased work by local and professional artists at the Breathing Space in Glenwood.
COMMUNITY art initiative First Glimpse hosted a pop-up exhibition at the Breathing Space in Glenwood at the weekend.
The aim of the exhibition was to open up new avenues of mutual benefit and communication between artists and the communities in which they live and art consumers.
Submission of art works was open to everyone so this exhibition provides a platform for both amateur and professional artists to showcase and sell their work.
First Glimpse also sourced art work by community artists whose work would generally not be seen in this forum. To ensure quality, the final selection was made by a committee of respected local artists.
An exhibition also showcased a wide variety of mediums, including jewellery and pottery.
Director Zahida Danka said: “We believe that art has incredible potential to benefit all members of our community. After each mobile exhibition a percentage of proceeds is invested in a local community outreach organisation. We are so grateful that this event was a tremendous success!”
The chosen beneficiary for this exhibition was the Circle of Care Association, a registered non-profit organisation whose aim is to council, educate and empower vulnerable women and children. They also engage in relief work within the larger community and in times of crisis.
