MASS COMMISSIONS
Nola Diamantopoulos was commissed by the City of Canada Bay to create a public art sculpture project in Five Dock.
As an homage to the local Italian community, three sculptural elements have been designed for the project, all inspired by the history and stories of the Aeolians.
Nola designed a sculptural fishing boat entry-marker with mosaic elements, and two 3 metre long fish bench mosaics.
Sydney-based sculptural artist Nigel Harrison assisted in creating the steel structures of the benches, and the cement element of the boat.
The final element of the project was the involvement of the community. 4 mosaic pavers featuring an underwater landscape have been created by volunteers with the help of Kay Runcie, leading the volunteer team.
Click here to watch a short video from the March 4th Community Session!
On March 22nd 2013, the installation process of the project began. The 2 fish benches were installed in the space, as well as the sculptural entry marker - featuring a boat design and Eolie, the God of Wind.
Click here to watch a short video from the 1st day of installation!
Fish benches being installed
On the 27th March 2013, the mosaic elements of the sculptural entry marker were completed on-site. The boat features different coloured Mookaite stones, especially ordered from Western Australia.
God of Wind sculptural boat
On 7th June 2013, the Piazza Eolie Project was launched by Mayor Angelo Tsirekas. Held at the Bay Room at Five Dock Library, members of the Aeolian Association, local council and community came together to celebrate the completion of the project.
A plaque with the story about the sculptural artworks was specially created and unveiled on the night, to show appreciation for Nola's work and contribution to the Aeolian community. It will be displayed in the Piazza for the public to read.
To see more photos of the project's progress, visit our Pinterest board.
