Arts on Track paints bright futures

• Secretary of Arts on Track Chis Bush with Principal of Lilydale District High Colin Pearson.

By Taylor Clyne
September 16, 2020

After eight years being strong pillars in the community for producing vibrant and interesting arts events across the region Arts on Track has made the hard decision to fold, leaving behind a legacy for the next generation.
At a special meeting held in Bridport Arts on Track president Edwina Powell celebrated their long list of achievements since beginning in 2012.
“Looking at our archives we have organised an amazing number and variety of concerts, music events, arts workshops and exhibitions over the years,” she said.
“We have worked efficiently and smoothly as a professional team, forging strong friendships and have shared our talents and expertise.
“We began with concerts, exhibitions and unique ensemble afternoons with performers from the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra.
“We worked in collaboration groups such as Lilydale Arts, Steam Punk George Town, and Bridport Innovations to name a few.
“With only nine financial members, seven of which are the committee we are unable to commit the same level of enthusiasm and work required to sustain the organisation,” Mrs Powell explained. 
With over eight and a half thousand dollars in investments and savings in their account at the time of closing the group decided to distribute for the benefit of art students in the region.
All six North-East Schools including Lilydale will receive $1400 each to foster many emerging artists of the future.
“We wanted to leave a legacy of sorts and have been thrilled with the response by all schools. “Projects range from a new kiln, drums, and art materials and equipment, as well as the seed funding for an artist in residence program,” Mrs Powell said.
“It was important to Arts on Track that each school identified their own projects and the areas of greatest need.
“Those young folks will contribute to the arts culture of our region.”
The funds will encourage creativity, critical thinking and lifelong learning.