St Michael’s Primary School, Kaleen, recently welcomed Aboriginal Visual Artist, Wendy Rix, as ‘Artist in Residence’ for two weeks. Wendy, a Yuwaalaraay woman from North West NSW, has a long history working with Archdiocesan schools. She spent time in every class working with students to create Aboriginal inspired art and worked with smaller groups of Aboriginal students.

Wendy painted two large murals, a rainbow design on a white wall heading into the school’s ‘B Block’ and a tree design on a green wall in the canteen area. The two murals have captured the true meaning of St Michael’s.

Wendy was commissioned to create two artworks titled ‘Harmony’ and ‘Challenge’ and a cross. These artworks are now on display in the front foyer at St Michael’s. 

“What an amazing fortnight we have had with Wendy Rix working with us,” said ST Michael's Principal, Patrick Ellis.  “So many great moments occurring with art and Aboriginal perspectives. Thank you to Wendy for her inspirational visit, bringing awareness and focal points for us to acknowledge, affirm and celebrate Aboriginal culture at St Michael's.”