Monkami’s highly anticipated art exhibition, Artistic Horizons: Celebrating Ability Through Art, has been met with resounding success, captivating art enthusiasts, collectors, and the community.
The exhibition was held at Monkami in Croydon on the evening of 21 March and showcased a vibrant collection of works created by Monkami Artists of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
Maroondah Council Mayor Kylie Spears and incumbent Deakin MP Michael Sukkar joined Monkami for the evening welcoming over 200 guests at the exhibition.
Artistic Horizons offered a diverse selection of artistic expressions, including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and textiles.
Visitors had the opportunity to meet with many of the featured artists during the event. Monkami Artist JMH said, “There is respect in the different ways we do art, there are so many different ways”.
Monkami were thrilled by the positive reception to Artistic Horizons.
“Artistic Horizons reminds us that art is a universal language that transcends boundaries,” centre based supports acting manager Nicholas Jacovou said.
“It’s a celebration of diversity, where creativity brings us closer, fostering unity and understanding through the unique abilities of every individual. Artistic Horizons created lasting connections between Monkami Artists and the community.”
Artistic Horizons was proudly funded by the Maroondah Council through its Not for-Profit Community Grants Program.
Monkami is a not-for-profit organisation supporting individuals with disabilities. Monkami welcomes new participants, please visit monkami.org for more information.
