Aerosol Activity Put To Good Use

Photo: Sue Flett - Participants of the ‘Learning Legends’ Project 2003

Title

Aerosol Activity Put to Good Use

Author / Interviewer

Sue Flett

Abstract / Article

“… Cans of spray paint in the hands of youths often spells trouble, but at the Swan Youth Centre in Morrison Road, Midland, aerosol painting techniques are being channelled into the creation of a useful piece of urban art. A group of 18 young people are using their artistic skills to turn 44-gallon drums into a colourful seating arrangement. When completed, the drums will be installed in a grid format in the Midland Redevelopment Authority's cultural precinct. The authority has commissioned the urban art sculpture. The young artists are investing many hours each week perfecting their work. ‘Learning Legends’ project & Course Co-ordinator, Alexander Hayes said the drums would be filled with concrete installed in a grid format in and sunk into the ground at various depths to make an informal seating area. "… It is a project for youth by youth" Hayes said. Mr Hayes added that the Swan Youth Centre project gave the youths legal space to use their spray-painting skills under supervision and with health advice. "… It is a positive activity that engages them in teamwork and has resulted in positive social dividends," he said.

Keywords

youth, aerosol, sculpture, commission, government, project, Australia

Publisher

Midland Reporter

Publication Date

10th August 2003

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Citation

Flett, S. (2003) Aerosol Activity Put to Good Use. Midland Reporter. Perth, Western Australia.