Arts in the Garden marries art and nature
This nature-orientated feast of performing and visual arts, gardening and food for the body, mind and soul was a fund-raising event, with all proceeds going towards Bendigo conservation.
The lovely indigenous garden at Serendipity-by-the-Sea, in Milkwood Lane, Southport, was the perfect setting for the second Arts in the Garden event last Saturday. Organised by the Bendigo Conservation Group in partnership with the Port Shepstone Rotary Club, the event featured several dynamic speakers who contributed their thoughts on gardening.
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Educationalist Patrick Schultz, one of the brains behind ‘Arts in the Garden’, asked visitors to take a moment to step back in time as they explored the gardens and marvelled in the original beauty and decor. He urged everyone to, most importantly, have fun finding new treasures and experiencing the amazing craftsmanship of the several exhibitors.
“This is an excellent opportunity for artists to come together and show their unique skills and abilities. Arts in the Park has been growing in popularity since its inception. A limited number of top quality South Coast artists were selected to keep the show focused on quality of work and variety,” said Patrick.
Star performances included Andile Yenana, a jazz pianist of international stature and Sandile Cele, a violinist of high reputation, along with talented students of The Expressive Arts Department of Esayidi TVET College, Gamalakhe Campus.
There was also a short meditation session on the beach with a varied art exhibition and a wonderful programme of arty happenings that included music, singing, storytelling, poetry reading, drama and dance. Guests could also play a game or two of chess in the garden.
The day kicked off with a guided walk at Southport Blue Flag beach, followed by breakfast at Captain’s Anchor Restaurant. There was also a short guided walk at Bendigo Nature Reserve. This nature-orientated feast of performing and visual arts, gardening and food for the body, mind and soul was a fund-raising event, with all proceeds going towards Bendigo conservation.
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