Dr Doyle said there was also a collage workshop to generate ideas and provide inspiration for the skate park mural design.
“I am looking forward to making an art piece that is space-changing and that the people of Stawell are proud of, and that becomes a tourist attraction for years to come,” he said.
Dr Doyle will host additional workshops in May, when he returns to start the mural.
Northern Grampians Shire Mayor Karen Hyslop said she was excited to see the municipality’s youth have an opportunity to shape the mural’s final design, while learning from experienced artists.
“Blender Studios is an urban and fine-art studio based in Melbourne and we are thrilled to have members of the team present workshops in Stawell,” she said.
“The workshop series provided opportunities for primary and secondary-age students to learn stencilling and spray-can street-art techniques, creating their own art to take home. Imagery and conversations during the workshops will help shape the mural design.”
Cr Hyslop said the mural project stemmed from community input calling for more public art in Stawell, particularly murals.
“After investigating several sites, council decided the skate park site at North Park sports precinct was the most appropriate,” she said.
“I’m excited to see Blender Studios appointed to deliver the project and that they are incorporating the community’s feedback in the design.
“I look forward to the finished result.”
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