SbM



Sara Hughes, 'Digital Mosaic', 2003-4 at the Hocken Library, Dunedin

I recently finished a series of sessions with ex-offenders and volunteer artists that I led at Southbank Mosaics, Waterloo.  We have been working on large scale artworks for the public realm, including a panorama of the Old London Bridge at night.  We also led participants through the NOCN Art and Design Award.  Unfortunately, due to new teaching responsibilities in the Media department at Richmond College, my sessions are now going to be taken over by the lovely Naomi Hope and Jo Thorpe.  I will still be working on a consultancy basis to SbM for commissions and training for staff.

The community interest co-operative offers and provides a constructive and productive route in which to offer skills and boost confidence whilst, learning from your peers in a creative environment.  Whilst working there, I have met so many interesting people from all walks of life. The most inspirational is SbM's Artistic Director David Toothill whose upbeat optimism and tenacity is a very refreshing breath of fresh air. May Southbank Mosaic continue to receive continued support in order to thrive and expand.