The Silo Art Trail

Report:  Alison O'Mara

Early July saw the O’Mara’s and friends complete the Silo Art Trail in Victoria’s Wimmera and Mallee regions. Staying a total of 4 nights between Warracknabeal and Lascelles, we explored local attractions including Lake Tyrell and nearby National Parks, as well as viewing the six amazing, huge silos from Rupanyup and northwards to the final one in remote Patchewollock.
 
At each silo there is information about the artist, as well as the reasons why the particular locals were chosen to be painted. All of course have played significant roles within their communities.
 
Each silo’s art is unique – but all are outstanding, not only in whom they depict, but also the techniques used and their challenges encountered in such large-scale portraiture.
 
We found the official ‘Silo Art Trail’ website excellent, it will help you with your trip and assist with accommodation, as well as providing maps for travel.
 
We loved the experience and would highly recommend it to all – it is also a great way to support these tiny rural towns and put them ‘back on the map’!
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