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We LOVE West End and with its vibrant and creative community, it is the place that Bec Mac and Carmel Haugh call home! The beating heart of West End is the unique and creative independent business community in Boundary Street. BUT the pandemic has ongoing effects, with small businesses and the creative workforce being the hardest hit.
The goal of Chrysalis Projects 4101 is to see our community emerge from these times, with thriving independent businesses, a stronger creative sector and an even bolder sense of place.
PROJECT #1 Word up! Vernon Ah Kee’s homage to local writers, writ large at Avid Reader.
The flagship project is a super scaled outdoor canvas, creating a new landmark in the cultural heart of Boundary Street, West End at our beloved Avid Reader Bookstore. The giant outdoor gallery space is planned to see multiple artists' work curated over time.
THE ARTIST
The first mural to be funded is by Brisbane based Vernon Ah Kee. An Australian award-winning artist, political activist and founding member of ProppaNOW which was first formed in West End. Vernon is an Aboriginal Australian man with ties to the Kuku Yalandji, Waanji, Yidinji and Gugu Yimithirr peoples in Queensland.
Vernon is generously collaborating with Fiona Stager and Kevin Guy, the Avid Reader Bookshop owners, Milani Gallery and us, bringing his own strong relationships with West End to Chrysalis Projects 4101. His artwork will pay homage to the iconic Avid Reader book store owners’ commitment to First Nations and locally based writers.
CITIZEN PHILANTHROPY
This is the first in a series of creative place-making projects in West End planned by Bec and Carmel. Chrysalis Projects 4101 invokes citizen philanthropy to seed fund these artist led projects and support our unique local business economy.
We understand that everyone's circumstances are different. Little or large, every $ shows us that you value art and creativity in your place. Thank you for helping us make this happen.
You can make your TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS HERE. https://australianculturalfund.org.au/projects/chrysalis-01/
THE TEAM
Bec and Carmel have formed a joint venture, PlaceLove, and have over 20 years’ combined experience in public art management, production and creative placemaking. Both are local residents of 4101, who are working voluntarily to bring the project to life. If you would like more information please direct message here or on our Instagram.
The goal of Chrysalis Projects 4101 is to see our community emerge from these times, with thriving independent businesses, a stronger creative sector and an even bolder sense of place.
PROJECT #1 Word up! Vernon Ah Kee’s homage to local writers, writ large at Avid Reader.
The flagship project is a super scaled outdoor canvas, creating a new landmark in the cultural heart of Boundary Street, West End at our beloved Avid Reader Bookstore. The giant outdoor gallery space is planned to see multiple artists' work curated over time.
THE ARTIST
The first mural to be funded is by Brisbane based Vernon Ah Kee. An Australian award-winning artist, political activist and founding member of ProppaNOW which was first formed in West End. Vernon is an Aboriginal Australian man with ties to the Kuku Yalandji, Waanji, Yidinji and Gugu Yimithirr peoples in Queensland.
Vernon is generously collaborating with Fiona Stager and Kevin Guy, the Avid Reader Bookshop owners, Milani Gallery and us, bringing his own strong relationships with West End to Chrysalis Projects 4101. His artwork will pay homage to the iconic Avid Reader book store owners’ commitment to First Nations and locally based writers.
CITIZEN PHILANTHROPY
This is the first in a series of creative place-making projects in West End planned by Bec and Carmel. Chrysalis Projects 4101 invokes citizen philanthropy to seed fund these artist led projects and support our unique local business economy.
We understand that everyone's circumstances are different. Little or large, every $ shows us that you value art and creativity in your place. Thank you for helping us make this happen.
You can make your TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS HERE. https://australianculturalfund.org.au/projects/chrysalis-01/
THE TEAM
Bec and Carmel have formed a joint venture, PlaceLove, and have over 20 years’ combined experience in public art management, production and creative placemaking. Both are local residents of 4101, who are working voluntarily to bring the project to life. If you would like more information please direct message here or on our Instagram.
Overview
Location
Australia, Queensland, Brisbane City
Phone
+61 418 267 743