Giant artwork for Sydenham wall – Byron/Colombo, Sydenham (#12)
I seem to have temporarily misplaced my sense of humour.
JUST FINISHED on a giant wall in Sydenham: a huge new artwork by Wayne Youle, presented by the Christchurch Art Gallery and Gap Filler.
Inspired by memories of his grandfather’s workshop, Wayne has designed a huge shadowboard like those found in sheds and garages everywhere. Alongside hammers and other tools, Wayne’s board contains some familiar but unexpected things – like houses, toys and wedding rings. Wayne says: ‘this mural is for all those who lent their tools and their hands to all who needed help. Also to all those that lost something in the quakes, no matter what that something may have been. Don’t lose your sense of humour and ability to smile.’
A collaboration between the Christchurch Art Gallery and Gap Filler, the work is located on Colombo Street, between Carlye and Byron streets. You can read Senior Curator at the Gallery, Justin Paton’s blog which discusses the progress of the work.
Thanks to David Wagner and Wagner Holdings, B&F Papers, Mike Jones and VINZ Sydenham as well as Sydenham locals.
