Eleven Stories exhibition opens in Violet Town

By Contributed

Feb 26, 2024

Talented: Sim Ayres with two framed original landscapes in pen and ink titled *Flame Trees on Mount Wombat* and *The Trees That Call Us Together*. Photo by Contributed

Throughout February and March, the Bush Gatherings Gallery in Violet Town is presenting an exhibition of Mud maps, possible landscapes and tall stories by Simeon ‘Sim’ Ayres.

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A gallery spokesperson said all works have been completed during the past year.

“A few were inspired from a visit to the Sussex Weald in January 2023, but all others have grown directly from Sim’s relationship with the Strathbogie ranges,” the spokesperson said.

“Sim has been making maps and drawing in the ranges for the past 10 years, and this is his first solo exhibition in seven years.”

The exhibition features 11 works and accompanying stories.

Sim said from his perspective, making art, maps, and recognising patterns come from a deep love of the world around him.

“I work a lot in the forest, and on the peaks, I follow the little creeks down from the perched bogs,” he said.

“I'm fascinated with how this country ties together, what leads to where, what belongs together, and what is the hidden language of this country.”

The exhibition opened on February 2 and is open each weekend from 10am to 2pm or by appointment via 0455 246 141.