REMAKEing in SALA

Come along to the REMAKE exhibition at Pepper Street Arts Centre. This exhibition will run from 30 July – 25 August 2023 as part of the South Australian Living Artist Festival (SALA) Festival, a statewide festival of visual art.

This is an exhibition of upcycled, recycled and re-used objects by over 45 artists working in mixed media bringing to life the phrase ‘everything old is new again’. The artwork is diverse and the ideas and concepts come from an amazing place of creativity that highlights the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability.

Local artist Henry Mancini, of Glen Osmond, makes sculptures out of abandoned metal and electrical wire and his work will be part of this exhibition.

Henry says his inspiration comes from old "bits ‘n’ pieces" from his late father’s workshop. He’s kept these materials for many years before deciding to start repurposing them. They are materials that can be found in workshops and toolboxes in everyday backyard sheds.

“For me it is a natural process that evolves. I look at an item such as a motor from an old drill and repurpose it into an artistic piece,” Henry said.

Henry is looking forward to displaying his work and gives us some insight into the process.

“It’s a journey of discovery and I become absorbed in this relaxing, imaginative and rewarding process,” Henry said. “It is a vision which involves trial and error with a lot of welding, fixing, and remodelling with a purpose.”

The community launch event is on Sunday 30 July at 2 pm featuring artist demonstrations, live music and a guest speaker. Enjoy complimentary drinks and nibbles on arrival.

Free artist demonstrations will feature on each Saturday afternoon of the exhibition. Please see bit.ly/PepStExhibits for more information.

Henry Mancini with several of his works at his Glen Osmond home.