As part of the “to come together as water” exhibition, a series of glass mussel shells by Yuwaalaraay artist Lucy Simpson are presented.
Cast from an 80 year old shell found in the dry bed of the Barwon River, the shells are each unique and record a story of time and place connected with extreme climatic events.
In this video, curator Freja Carmichael shares more insight into this beautiful artwork.
The shells on display can’t be touched, but please ask our staff when you visit to show you the version you can hold. You can feel the weight of the glass, and the contrasting textures created by Simpson and the skilled team at Canberra Glassworks.
