Photo and story: Jeff ‘Cactus’ Dawson
The 25th anniversary of the Federal Park Party, on Saturday, 1 November from 12 noon, will feature a special art auction showcasing local artists, with profits reinvested into art and culture in Federal.
‘This is an incredible opportunity to acquire a valued piece for your collections, from an impressive list of local artists including Angus McDonald, Emma Walker, John Campbell, Charly Wrencher, Mel Ladkin, Nickolla Clark, Claire Yerbury, Brendan Kelly, Mahala Magins, Gaby Borgardts, Maria Paterson, Marika Bryant and Dale Rhodes,’ said organisers.
You can view the artworks from 2pm, Friday, 31 October at the Federal Halls with the official opening at 6pm including a bar and nibbles. The auction will be at 5pm at the Federal Park Party, overseen by local auctioneer James Jackson. For art auction enquiries contact Alan on 0417 211 323.
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