Angharad Neal-Williams
Pocket Stories
Book stacks, library bags, balancing books and floating clouds are some
of the concepts kids and young people came up with when exploring the
what they love about Bayswater library and surrounds. Imagery of birds
catching worms, pink sky sunsets and scenes backdropped by the dandenong
ranges dance through the space when people enter the library. Elements are
playfully positioned in unexpected places, activating the whole entrance way
- encouraging people to look up and look around the corners.
The series of dimensional murals have been installed on layers of painted
wood, adding depth and tactility to the space. The materials encourage
people to touch the works, be curious and look beyond the surface of the
artwork to discover layers. Each layer is positioned together to create a
puzzle piece that fits together to create a whole scene - reminisent of
how each workshop attendee contributed their piece to the puzzle. When
brought together, these ideas create an artwork inspired by many young
people.
The series of artworks hope to gradually welcome library users into the
space, helping them to slow down, discover, be curious and feel a sense of
play and wonder.
Installation
The series of six dimensional murals were painted and positioned by Angharad Neal-Williams
with technical installation assistance from DBSCG on 17th December 2025.
The series of six mural scenes includes:
• ‘Mountains & Flowers’ scene installed near the library entrance
• ‘Bird & Worm’ installed near the exit door
• ‘Clouds’ installed on the bulkhead
• ‘Library Bag’ installed to the right of the entrance
• ‘Book Stack & Flowers’ installed above the mailboxes
• ‘Caterpillar on a leaf’ to the right of the elevator
Small painted elements have also been applied to the left of the elevator
and below the library book return door.
Entrance of Bayswater Library, located on the lower level of Mountain High Shopping Centre
Gps Latitude:-37.8422472
Gps Longitude:145.2665934
Date Of Work:2025
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