What makes a place feel like a sanctuary, especially when the city around it is changing?

Across three days, artists Chris Parkinson and Sabina Andron invite you into Come Write Here, a live, evolving artwork at MPavilion Parkville.

Set against the backdrop of nearby construction, the project turns the pavilion into a shared creative space where visitors can unknot ideas of public space, and consider how images, street markings, posters, graffiti and traces of removal shape the way we experience the city.

Drop in to meet the artists, watch the work develop, and add your own voice to a collectively-authored noticeboard. You can also book into a free one-hour workshop led by participating artists Aisyah Kirana or Two Halves As a Whole and a durational painting performance by Timorese artist, Alfeo Perreira. No experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to make, write, notice and contribute.

Places for the workshop are free but limited. Book now to secure your spot.

Residency sessions:

Monday 21 September, 12pm–1pm: 2 Halves As a Whole

Tuesday 22 September, 12pm–1pm: Aisyah Kirana

Wednesday 23 September, 12pm–1pm: durational painting performance by Timorese artist, Alfeo Perreira

What you need: Wear closed toe shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting messy. We do provide aprons, but sometimes a blob of ink or paint goes astray. 

Drop in times are 11am–3pm each day.

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MPavilion Parkville is the University of Melbourne’s open-air space for art, ideas and experimentation. Learn more.