ARTIST TALK | Fran Callen "Drawing Groundwater"
Schedule
Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm
UTC+09:30Location
43-55 Woolshed St, Bordertown, SA, Australia, South Australia 5268 | Nhill, VI
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Join artist Fran Callen for a special artist talk exploring her exhibition Drawing Groundwater.The record of Earth’s history is preserved in rocks, the narrative of mark-making similarly preserved within drawing. Through drawing, found pigments and recycled materials, Fran explores connections between motherhood, geology and hydrogeological processes, informed by field trips and research by Dr Margaret Shanafeild into the effects of climate change on groundwater recharge.
The exhibition reflects collaborative learning about the natural world and the intergenerational flow of knowledge, incorporating the incidental mark-making potential of water in both nature and domestic life. Fran also acknowledges Boandik Elder Auntie Michelle for her generous sharing of knowledge and ochre during the project.
Come along to hear Fran discuss the ideas, research and processes behind this thoughtful and deeply connected body of work.
Everyone welcome!
Image (detail): Fran CALLEN, Watertable, 2025, creek stains, sap, dirt, gesso, colour pencil, pigment, oil pastels, turmeric, glitter, gold leaf, texta, graphite, charcoal, ash, tea, coffee, wine, acrylic medium, blood, thread on poly cotton canvas, 200cmx120cm approx. Photo Credit: Rosina Possingham.
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