THESE LIMITED EDITION LIFE SIZE ART HORSES ARE GENUINE COLLECTORS ITEMS ARE UP FOR SALE
Each horse has been painted by some of Victoria's most prominent artists. Here is a unique opportunity to own a piece of this rare part of history and make a difference in the process. "HORSES FOR CAUSES" is a MAJOR FUNDRAISER in partnership with NATIONAL STORAGE and VIOLENCE FREE FAMILIES, a Rotary Initiative
! This event provides a unique opportunity for art lovers and/or philanthropists to buy these very unique painted horse sculptures. Money raised through the sale of the horses go towards reforming men and make homes safer for women and children. CURATOR’S STATEMENT - ART HORSES AUSTRALIA
ART HORSES - A Sculpture Exhibition of Painted Horses Art Horses has its genesis in the phenomena of painted animal-art that has swept the world. These have included exhibitions of artist-designed Cows in Zurich, Calgary, Chicago and New York, Pigs in Seattle and Mooses in Toronto. In Australia the horse was selected for its unique role in our history - from the settlers - to the legendary Phar Lap - and, of course, the “race that stops a nation” - the Melbourne Cup. These uniquely painted and designed life-size horse & foal sculptures created by prominent & emerging Victorian artists provide an unprecedented blend of art, imagination and fun. Their exhibition combines elements of street theatre and public art and creates a memorable spectacle wherever they ‘graze’! The Art Horses Collection comprised of over fourty wonderfully painted horses on many themes, ranging from wild and zany to more classically executed pieces displayed throughout the City, began in 2000 with exhibitions running through 2015, Each horse is brightly and amusingly painted to reveal the individual artist’s distinctive perspective on the tradition of ‘equine art’. They became synonymous with the famous Spring Racing Carnival over the years. In 2001, a major three week event entitled “Birth of an Art Horse” was staged at the Melbourne Museum, featuring notable artists at work painting and designing Art Horses. Art Horses Australia has three simple goals:
• To generate artistic creativity & showcase local artists
• To bring smiles & chuckles to the faces of children & adults -
Melbournians & visitors alike
• To raise substantial funds for a nominated charity with a major
auction to be held at the conclusion of the exhibition run
“The familiar form of the horse combined with spectacular and inventive imagery surprises and delights viewers of all ages. Art Horses Australia encouraged community interest in the visual arts everywhere the horses appeared”, says Curator, Jacqueline Taylor. Art Horses Australia was the concept of Art Horses Australia Founder, Melbourne Entrepreneur Danny Finley, and developed in conjunction with Exhibition Manager/Curator, Jacqueline Taylor OAM of OzLink Entertainment.
