The Geelong community can immerse itself in the theme of folklore during a free art exhibition and open-mic poetry event.
Folklore Community Art Show will feature artworks from emerging and established artists at The House Co-Creation Hub, followed by an open-mic poetry reading that anyone can participate in.
The House president Kathleen Demetriou said folklore referred to traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and practices passed down through a group or culture.
“It’s (the exhibition) about how stories and symbols from the past can continue to shape our creative imagination today,” she said.
“It’s a very low-key event, so we have an art show with all the works hung up on the wall and then afterwards, we’ll have an open-mic poetry, which will be open to everyone.
“We’ve invited artists to explore the theme of folklore in whatever way resonates with them, so that could be from cultural myths and fairy tales to legends and personal storytelling.”
Ms Demetriou said the event looked to provide a place where people could come together in a supportive and inclusive environment.
“I’m really excited to see everyone’s work because I think this theme is so interesting and it can be interpreted in so many different ways,” she said.
“Not only are artists able to express themselves and do that in an accessible way, but also connect with people in the real world, meet other artists and be inspired.
“In a world where real-life connection is becoming rarer and harder to find, we want the House to be a space where people can use for both creative and personal connection.”
Folklore Community Art Show’s opening night will be held on Saturday 18 October from 6pm at 8 Centrepoint Arcade.
