Perth Voice Interactive

WHILE public art has traditionally been the domain of government, the Beaufort Street Network is trying out a new plan to crowd-fund an installation.

BSN chair John Carey’s taken to fundraising website Pozible to raise $5000 to buy Sandy Bliim’s sculpture Clytie.

The BSN has already raised $10,000 from roving dinners, so the $3340 raised by 37 supporters through Pozible has got them tantalisingly close.

“That’s pretty incredible in 10 days,” says the Mr Carey, who is also a Vincent city councillor.

“I understand this is a first for WA for a community group to crowd-fund a piece of public art.

“It’s an incredibly striking piece, we think it’s a work that people can relate to because it’s about childhood memories and the fact that you never lose them.

“We don’t suggest that everyone will like it, and if you don’t like it you don’t have to give any money to it!” he laughs.

The BSN plans to put it at the corner of Harold Street if Vincent council gives it the thumbs up.

by DAVID BELL