Leeton Shire Council Presents "The Curious Explorers" Exhibition

Published on 19 October 2023

Dive into a world of curiosity and imagination at Leeton Museum and Art Gallery's latest exhibition, "The Curious Explorers". Visitors are invited to enter the magical world of Lex and Mila’s backyard through the eyes of two exceptional local artists, Leonie Napier and Dorothy Roddy.

Exhibition Highlights:

• Leonie Napier's Inspirational Storytelling: Read about author Leonie Napier’s inspirational process of storytelling through curiosity and connection as you take in the delightful paintings showing scenes of excitement and wonder in the world around us.
• Dorothy Roddy's Illustrations: Go behind the scenes and discover the meticulous process of book illustration with artist Dorothy Roddy. Her detailed illustrations bring nature to life, featuring hidden treasures like dragonflies and other creatures on each page. See if you can spot them all!
• Interactive Sessions for Young Explorers: Engage young minds with regular book readings, fostering a love for reading and creativity.
• Limited-Edition Copies: Purchase your limited-edition copy of "The Curious Explorers" – the perfect gift or a cherished addition to your collection.

"The Curious Explorers" exhibition will run until 15 November 2023 at the Leeton Museum and Art Gallery, inviting art enthusiasts, families, and explorers of all ages to experience the wonder of creativity and storytelling.

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About the Artists:

Leonie Napier is a local writer in the Riverina. Her great joy is found in writing poems and stories filled with narrative, rhyme, and alliteration. Sensory experiences, relationships, family, history, and story spark her imagination. She has stepped into the foray of writing a children's story following the success of her plays “Bloodshed in the Banquet” and “A Twist in the Tale” that were successfully performed at the Australian Art Deco Festival in 2022 and 2023. Her grandchildren inspire her with their ceaseless curiosity and wonder at the world around them. She enjoys the richness of collaboration and the beauty it creates. “The Curious Explorers” is a perfect example of collaboration of artists in the Riverina. Instagram | Facebook

Dorothy Roddy is a regional-based artist specialising in oil painting. In her relatively brief artistic career, Dorothy has held numerous solo exhibitions, has her work held in permanent exhibitions in local government, has been WRA artist in residence and has won major awards at regional art exhibitions. This is her first foray into book illustration. A proud grandmother herself, living on a rural property, provides her with ample opportunity to see the natural wildlife featured in this book. More of Dorothy's delightfully realistic work can be found at www.artinoils.com.au or Instagram.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Karen Barrett
Museum, Gallery & Heritage Coordinator
T. (02) 6953 0911
E. karenb@leeton.nsw.gov.au