Help Decorate ‘Hock Loong’ the Learning Dragon

In the lead up to this year’s Write on the Fringe Festival, Bendigo Library will hold dragon decorating workshops to bring ‘Hock Loong’ the Learning Dragon to life.

Local artists Leanne Monteith and Robbie Buckman will lead the workshops, and adults and children alike are invited to participate.

When completed, ‘Hock Loong’ will hang in the ‘void’ in Bendigo Library – the open space above the children’s area and DVD collection, between the ground and first floor.

‘Hock Loong’ will be officially awakened in a special ceremony performed by the Golden Dragon Museum on Saturday 13 August at 11am, during the Write on the Fringe Festival.

“We are proud to celebrate Bendigo’s rich Chinese heritage by decorating and installing this amazing piece of community art in the Bendigo Library,” said Kath Waugh, Bendigo Library Manager.

“It is a great opportunity for community members to meet with local artists and contribute to the creative process as part of the Write on the Fringe Festival, one of our key annual events.”

The workshops will be held on Saturday 11, 18 and 25 June between 10am-1pm at Bendigo Library. No bookings are necessary.

This year’s Write on the Fringe Festival is shaping up to be huge, with a special appearance from Brian Nankervis (aka Raymond J  Bartholomeuz), a variety of literary and writing events for all ages, and a range of exhibitions and installations.

For more information on upcoming Festival events, visit www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/fringe