SAM Shepparton Art Museum
October 2015
The superb 'wall of ceramics' display case at SAM is currently devoted to the work of two Melbourne potters Stephen Benwell & Deborah Halpern.
This duo is a brilliant combination, certainly not the first time they have been displayed together. These works remain vital and shake off any lingering doubts about West Coast funk, or 80s cringe.
Congrats to SAM for a collection that has depth and longevity. Halpern's later work is represented by a mosaic sculpture. I'd love to see her get her hands muddy again and see what springs forth.
Installation is matched wonderfully with a contemporary wall piece. I wonder who did it?
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