Credit: Erub Arts
Lavinia Ketchell is one of Erub Arts exciting contemporary artist from Darnley Island in the Torres Strait. Join Lavinia in this Masterclass as she demonstrates the ability to shape and bind ghost nets into a wonderful and colourful creative object.
From her humble beginnings crafting ghost net jewellery, Lavinia has emerged as a beacon of innovation, sharing insights into the detrimental impact of ghost nets. Lavinia's artistry not only captivates audiences worldwide but also serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility to protect marine ecosystems. With each exhibition, she continues to inspire change, solidifying her status as an important artist dedicated to both creativity and conservation.
Each participant will be provided with a ghost net kit from Erub Arts and participants can take away their creation on the day.
All materials will be provided. Participants will be able to take away their creation on the day.
Event Details:
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Day: Sunday 28 July
Duration: 2.5hrs (30mins lunch break)
$150 including GST (fee covers materials and equipment)
Max 15 participants
Cairns Convention Centre (Cairns City , QLD)
CIAF Masterclass: Ghost Net Making with Lavinia Ketchell
Lavinia Ketchell
I was born in Cairns and grew up on Erub (Darnley Island). I am one of six children, and I have an identical twin. All my siblings were good at art at school. I came to work at the art centre in a media support role, but I quickly started making ghost net jewellery and now work with the others. I enjoy making all kinds of different things from the ghost net. The colours, once you unravel the net, make my works bright and happy. I love how I can turn something harmful to our reefs into a beautiful art piece.
