Shoreline Plaza welcomed a new 6 metre mural depicting Tassie’s beautiful native flora and fauna.

Designed by community artist Melski McVee, the mural was painted with the help of Grade 5 Art Extension students from Howrah Primary School.

Using a process similar to paint-by-numbers, students applied the first layers of the mural with the help of Melski McVee. Melski has created community murals in both Western Australia and Tasmania for over 7 years and loves the idea of getting local school kids involved in the process.

“The kids always love being involved in the project. It’s a wonderful opportunity for them to be a part of something that will be in the shopping centre for years to come”

The mural, titled “How Swiftly Time Flies” includes species such as the Swift Parrot, Warratah, Silver Ferns, Great Sun Orchid, Wattle, Golden Bulbine-Lily, Pink Fairy Orchid and Showy Bossia Pea Flower.

“The students involved in this project regularly shop at Shoreline with their families. We are excited for the local community to see what these talented students from Howrah Primary School have created for all to see,” said Shoreline Plaza Marketing Manager, Kimberley Hogg.

The mural can be found in the mall area just inside the main entry of Shoreline Plaza.

More details on Melski’s art can be found on her website www.melskiart.com