Wolgol

Wolgol, An Exhibition of Sandalwood and Contemporary Jewellery was my first solo exhibition, held in Gallery 16 at the Edith Cowan University, Mount Lawley Campus. Wolgol is a Noongar word for sandalwood. The exhibition included new works with reference to my PhD research as well as a retrospective – a large culmination of works I have made over the years.

It was an all round sensory experience with diffusers emitting a sandalwood fragrance, sandalwood chips and powder courtesy of The Paperbark Company, sandalwood seeds, wood as well as collections of rings, brooches, pendants, necklaces, sandalwood products, a snapshot of my work station, a large 8 metre long photographic print of sandalwood photos printed on material and a collection of macrame weavings I made, based on the interviews with participants of my research. Historical photos from the State Library of Western Australia and City of Fremantle History Centre were included along with photos taken in the field.

I received some very positive feedback and hope this exhibition will one day travel to reach wider audiences and educate the public on this important tree.