THE PRICKLE

ARTIST TEAM: JON DENARO, BEC JUNIPER, LINTON PARTINGTON, BRETT TODMAN, ROM DENARO & HAYLEY PARTINGTON

CLIENT: SCULPTURE BY THE SEA

SPONSOR: WINDSOR KNIGHT

ENGINEER: FORTH CONSULTING

LOCATION: COTTESLOE BEACH

COMPLETED: 2022

AWARDS: RECIPIENT OF THE ANDREA STRETTON MEMORIAL INVITATION TO EXHIBIT IN SCULPTURE BY THE SEA, BONDI

"The Prickle" was an entry in the renowned 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Cottesloe Beach in 2022. This artwork embodies a constructive approach to art-making, inviting viewers to engage in a play of ideas and emotions within the act of creation.

The sculpture merges elements of waste and sustainability, utilizing discarded plastic car panels that would otherwise contribute to landfill pollution. By repurposing these materials, the artwork challenges the conventional boundaries of artistic expression and advocates for a more conscious and responsible approach to our environment.

The juxtaposition of the unconventional materiality of the car panels against the natural backdrop of Cottesloe Beach creates a striking visual contrast. This deliberate choice prompts viewers to reflect on the interplay between man-made objects and the beauty of the natural world.

Through its innovative use of repurposed materials and its evocative form, "The Prickle" becomes a powerful testament to the transformative power of art. It serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to the environment and invites viewers to contemplate the potential for beauty and meaning in the discarded and overlooked.