An exhibition of photographic portraits, videoworks and moving personal narratives.
Kathryn, Long Island, SA, 2024. Photo by Ellie Jade Photography
During the ravaging Murray River floods of 2022-23, Women of the Lower Murray Reclaimed Irrigation Area (LMRIA) was formed as a support group united by ties to farming from Mannum to Wellington. Founding member, Alexandra Westlake, led an extraordinary Community Building + Inclusivity project that focussed on growing community connection and raising awareness of their lived experiences.
Collaborator and photographer Ellie Marinakis gathered their personal stories of spirited resilience and determination against ongoing challenges, visually capturing their deep love for their families and farmlands.
Rise from the Overflow spotlights the voices of six WLMRIA women, with large-scale photographs and biographical videoworks, a wonderful public program opportunity and an accompanying booklet of their stories.
Click here for words from Alex and Ellie
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FREE SPECIAL EVENT
1-3pm Sunday 24 August
Guest speaker: Angela Goode
renowned author, journalist and radio presenter
Join us for an afternoon of shared stories and great discussions with Angela Goode and key Women of LMRIA members.
More info + book your free ticket CLICK HERE
This project is a collaboration between Women of the LMRIA and Rural City of Murray Bridge (Arts Development and Community Development).
Rise from the Overflow exhibition is jointly funded by the Commonwealth and South Australian Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Rise from the Overflow Special Event is a Connecting Communities Event sponsored by the Department of Primary Industries and Regions under the Family and Business Support Program.
