Shark memory (Sculpture By The Sea 13)

Sharks bring out a sort of primeval fear of the ocean in many people (me included!). Ian Swift, who made this bronze, says "I discovered the Aboriginal shark rock carving nearby as a child. It takes me back a lot further than that whenever I think about it."

There are numerous examples of magnificent Aboriginal rock art around Sydney, much of it rapidly faded or fading by now.

Here's more about Ian Swift, who is a previous winner of the People's Choice award at Sculpture By The Sea.

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