Powerful Representation
At our first whole-of-College Assembly last Friday, guest artist David Booth presented his finished artwork to the College and shared the background behind its symbolism with the whole school.
David was commissioned by the College to create an artwork that told the story of Mercedes College, as part of our 70th anniversary and our Reconciliation Action Plan. He spent time working with some students over several weeks, sharing his knowledge about culture, symbols, language, and inviting students to tell stories about the College, the Mercy Keys, and the Sisters of Mercy.
Using traditional Indigenous symbols, the finished artwork brings together all of these elements, as well as acknowledging our connection to the Mimili community of the APY Lands and our ongoing visits to this special place.
This special artwork will be hung in our Coolock Atrium in the new Arts and Sports precinct.