The Eurobodalla Writers Group celebrates the power of storytelling, encouraging local writers to explore their creativity, share their voices, develop their craft, and connect with audiences through diverse forms of writing
Literary and Art Salons – a performance writing experience
The Eurobodalla Literary and Art Salons showcase the work of two strong art communities. Members from the Eurobodalla of Writers are paired with local artists and select an artwork that inspires them to write a short story or poem of up to 750 words.
Writers and artists present their work over two evening events at the Moruya Library. The Salon structure enables each writer and artist to present their work, inspiration, and techniques in an intimate setting. There is time for audience questions and an opportunity for further discussion during the event. A unique annual event, the Salons demonstrate the diverse creativity of the Eurobodalla, with the writing often quite different from the artist’s original inspiration.
2025
Salon Convenor Karen Kentwell opens the Eurobodalla Literary and Art Salons
Carol Dawson reads her story, The Sigh of a Screen Door inspired by Fiona Park’s painting The Backdoor(far right)
Photographic Artist Bindy Welsh explains her artwork After the Fires #1
John Longhurst reading his story, Coloured Memories inspired by Shoalhaven Riverby artist Lyn Woolridge (right)
Megan Dixon Dawes speaking about her painting, Harsh Country IV – Purnululu NP (far left) with writer, Judy Turner
Eraine McArthur and her painting Gaia’s Choice with writer Bernie DuField
Writer Kim Ulrick with artist Miriam Shilling and her work, Wavelength
Artist Michael Godford with his painting, The Julie Burgess
L to R Kim Ulrick, Miriam Shilling, Karen Kentwell, Sue Snell, Suzanne Carter
2024
Salon Convenor Karen Kentwell reads her story, Boy (Vugt, Nederland, 1945) aloud to the audience
Artist Lyn Woolridge describes her technique for her painting Morning Reflections – Malua Bay with writer Audrey Ingram after presenting her story, Tides of Memory
Artist Alex Gower shares his inspiration for his painting Through The Porthole
Writer Bernie Dufield entertains the audience with his story, Pies Pies Pies
Writer Kim Ulrick, after reading her story, 11 11 with artist Eraine McArthur and her painting, Tea for Two
Writers Anke Ziergiebel and Tracey Lee celebrate a great night at the Salon
Writer Claude Monzo responds with his story, Mystery Bay- In Oil, to Gary Caldow’s painting, Merimbula Beach
Are you a local artist wishing to become involved in the future? Contact the salon convenor for more information.
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