Dianella Library mosaic - January 2004

A CANWA grant of $2000 has allowed Dianella Library and local primary school students to create a stunning community mosaic art installation for the entrance walkway to the Library. The artwork was designed by local artist and Dianella library technician, Annie Q Medley, and features local flora and fauna in the Dianella region.

Library staff enlisted the aid of professional mosaic artists Chris James and Renee Martin, from MosaicArt to work with students from a local primary school, to complete the project.

The project was completed in November 2003, having involved Year 6 students and parents from Our Lady's Assumption Primary School, adjacent to the Dianella Library.

"The support from parents and the local business community has been amazing" said Clare Duxbury, one of the librarians co-ordinating the project. "Nearly all of our materials have been donated, thanks to the generosity of local businesses including BGC Construction, Dianella Plaza Shopping Centre Management, Bunnings Inglewood, Federation Tile Factory, and Tiles Expo."

The artwork was launched in December with sponsors, students and proud parents admiring their mosaic which has improved the visual appearance of the library and attracted more people into the library.

For further information about the project or City of Stirling library services please contact Viv Barton, manager libraries, Arts and Culture at the City of Stirling on 08 9202 3677.

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