August 2022 QEIIMC Trust Newsletter
Discover the QEIIMC's newest art installation: two cow statues painted by Anya Brock, celebrating the campus's dairy farm origins, now featured in the August 2022 Newsletter.
Summary
The August 2022 QEIIMC Newsletter unveils "Moo QEIIMC residents," a pair of cow statues that celebrate the campus's bovine history, artistically painted by Anya Brock and accompanied by interpretive signs detailing the QEIIMC's heritage.
A Unique Tribute to Campus Heritage
The August 2022 QEIIMC Trust Newsletter introduces the campus community to its newest and most udderly unique residents: a pair of artistically crafted cow statues. These bovine beauties are not only a nod to the site's pastoral origins but also serve as a vibrant new art piece celebrating the rich history of the QEIIMC campus. Located south of Kilgour Park, these statues have been meticulously painted by Fremantle artist Anya Brock, incorporating local flora into their designs, thus blending history with artistic flair.
Bovine History Brought to Life
The story of the QEIIMC site begins with Edward Browne, founder of Browne’s Dairy, who first purchased the land in 1892. A herd of Holsteins once roamed these grounds, supplying milk to Perth through Kings Park. This whimsical installation pays homage to that era, inviting visitors to delve into the campus's pastoral past while appreciating the beauty of contemporary art.
Art Meets Education
Accompanying the cow statues is a series of interpretive signage installed near Kilgour Park and the A R and K Blocks. These signs offer insights into the QEIIMC's history and cultural identity, enriching visitors' understanding of the site's transformation from farmland to a leading medical campus.
