DUNSBOROUGH’S Sculpture by the Bay exhibition is set to wow audiences from around Western Australia this Labour Day long weekend.
Geographe Bay will be the backdrop for artists across the state participating in the event.
This year achieved the largest number of artistic entries with 31 South West-based artists applying.
Now in its sixth year, Sculpture by the Bay coordinator Nita Pratt said she was anticipating a great turnout for the event. A number of categories would be judged during the weekend.
Busselton artist Daniel Fisher will submit his first art piece for Sculpture by the Bay.
He said he had always wanted to submit artwork to the outdoor exhibition however had been unable to because of other artistic commitments.
“This year everything has just fallen into place and it was perfect timing for me.”
“There is no other local sculpture exhibition and the convenience of it being on your doorstep is great.
“I think it will be a great way for new artists to get themselves out there.”
Mr Fisher, who was previously a tattoo artist in Margaret River, said once he quit his job, about Christmas time, he rediscovered his passion for unique art.
“Sculpture by the Bay just seems really good for me at the moment because I’m really back into the whole art scene,” he said.
“I spent about a week working on the piece I have in Sculpture by the Bay. “All I will tell you is that it is made of about 200 spoons and it has a hot pink web.”
City of Busselton Mayor Ian Stubbs said each year Sculpture by the Bay had significantly grown its profile within the community.
“It has become one of the most popular events on our calendar and the city is only too pleased to support the event,” he said. Sculpture by the Bay will be held between February 28 and March 2.