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"Beautiful project and hope to come back to see it finished. Bravo!" Astrid Alazard-Marseille. France
"an excellent concept for the town- a real 'working' piece of art!" Meg and Greg Thompson -Winnalee
MESSAGES FROM VISITORS TO GRANITE SCULPTURE Monday 3rd September 2007 Graham Carter, Lions Club “A wonderful project and representation for the town and district”. Trevor Buckell, Lions Club “Terrific”. “As a descendant of the pioneers, Simpson (Arthur) and Archie Rowely it thrills me that this monument will be here forever”. Monday 10th September 2007 Marg & Bob ??, Beachport “What a wonderful concept, ideally suited to a beautiful area. Lovely work and we look forward enthusiastically to seeing the finished job. We will be here to see it. Congratulations”. (Workshop interest 8735 8210) Thursday 13th September 2007 Liza Dale Hallett, Melbourne “In all the dust and drought it is exciting to see a community pulling together using art. Great project, best wishes”. (Let me know of any workshops that you do 03 9873 8116) Martin Hallett, Melbourne The scale of the project is awesome, a reflection of the determination and resistance of an Australian farming community. Best wishes”. Ettie & Bunny Tidswell, Wudinna A wonderful project so very interesting. Look forward to seeing the finished thing. Every good wish to you both”. Friday 14th September 2007 Peter Hagen, Peter Hagen Memorials, Port Lincoln “I stopped on my way around my coast trip to talk to Bekic who I know from his port Harry Sampson “Have been driving past and have finally stopped for a look, amazing and look forward to seeing the completion. Well done”. Rolf Hadedron, Warramboo “A legacy will last till the end of time”. Saturday 15th September 2007 “The info session and launching of our sculpture on Friday 12th August was just excellent. I learnt far more than expected about the whole ‘package’ of the sculpture. There is such depth and meaning expressed in the Australian Farmer. Thankyou Marijan for your very sincere and passionate explanation of the formation of your ideas and the development of the Australian Farmer. I was especially touched by the spirited aspect of the sculpture – it is such a complete creation encompassing all that is life on the land. I hope some of the long haired sheep become short-wooled sheep before it is finished!” Monday 17th September 2007 Phil Beames - “Huge task. I wish you well. From the statue sample it will be a magnificent memorial to the District.” Tuesday 18th September 2007 “There is certainly plenty of philosophical food for thought and personal interpretation in the proposed structure art work! I am looking forward to seeing the completed man standing in place.” Bronwyn Gerswichz “Interesting to discover the evolving artwork today, a day that is too warm and too windy for the local farmer in the month of September. Also interesting to listed to the various interpretations of symbolism that will one day be the pieces of granite re-shaped.” Wednesday 19th September 2007 Cednic Voumard, Kersbrook “We are very supportive of a project this natural, which symbolises people of the past.” Friday 21st September 2007 Christina “Looks good, will have to come and see it when it’s finished. Good luck with everything.” Ambra “Lovely to see. Wish I could see it when it’s all finished. Best of luck.” Tuesday 25th September 2007 Paul & Annette Mason “Greatly impressed with this project and impressed with Marijan’s efforts and skills and kindly manner. We are confident it will be a most impressive landmark to this state.” “Awesome project. Fascinating to see the workmanship involved. All the best with the project, Marijan.” Thursday 27th September Wayne & Michelle Simes “Incredible, beautiful, marvellous piece of work. Cannot wait to see it when it is finished.” Mac Cleggett “A wonderful project. Anne McLennan “Congratulations to all involved.” Friday 28th September 2007 Trevor & Tricia Jones, Paul & Janeane Thomas “Very interesting project a big achievement for a small town. Will be a good tourist attraction.” “A wonderful idea, townships like this are as special and your project is obviously something to bring them closer. Monday 1st October 2007 M “Doing a great job and hope to see it when finished.” Gwen Kennedy, “A very clever and talented man with a wonderful imagination. Many tanks for your information talk.” Tuesday 2nd October 2007 “The sculpture seems at first to be plain, but after looking at it, in more detail it was proven to be quite interesting. I think the sculpture will be perfect for this community.” “The best thing about the sculpture so far is the idea of positives and negatives openness verses solidness, male and female, the land which is ultimately the mad made, the sculpture it’ self.” Thursday 4th October 2007 Bill & Pratt, “Marijan, thankyou for sharing yourself and your work with us. The design is as unusual and impressive in that it symbolises not only the story of the Australian Farmer but the whole of life under the hand of God. We wish you well for the rest of the project and god’s richest blessing for the future.” Cathee & Andy Liddell, “Marijan, thankyou for taking the time to talk and explain the wonderful creation you are doing. So please to be near the beginning of it, one day will be back to see the finish. Take care.” “A fascinating project, of which Wudinna should be proud, to engage an artist to represent the land and it’s people. Marijan is clearly an artist and craftsman of distinction.” “Exciting project for the community of LeHunte.” “Great project for the community.” Friday 5th October 2007 “Incredible authenticity, brilliant mind and originality.” Amanda Penneshaw, 8553 1557 “A fantastic artistic impression of farming life in “The extended thought shown in the design is impressive. Great consideration of the communities history has been shown. Courteous explanation of the project has been truly appreciated and we shall now follow it’s progress with great interest. Something we will point out to our children and refer to for many years to come.” Graham Ferguson, “It is great to see that the Wudinna community has taken the initiative to erect a monument to our for fathers and their achievements. Something that Austrlaians do not give the consideration due in my opinion. Well done by the Wudinna community and marvellous design and work by artist.” Saturday 6th October 2007 Kay Burgermesiter, kaymb@msn.com “How lucky I am to see a work of art in progress, to see it’s being born. I will always remember this. To share the artists thoughts and vision is a wonderful experience. Thankyou Marijan what a treat.” Mel Crawford, melcraw@bigpond.net.au “Absolutely amazing. A first for me to see large scale in progress, you are a very clever man. Thankyou for showing your beautiful work.” Annie “Thankyou for sharing your thoughts and visions and talking to use about the beautiful granite. Your lives are very satisfying, we are lucky to have met the man behind the beautiful sculpture.” Sunday 7th October 2007 Glenys Schlink, Poochera, 8626 3092 John Payne, Poochera, 8626 3067 Monday 8th October 2007 Peter Goers, ABC “’Flesh fails and fades. Rocks and spirit’s so on Dreaming’. Endure Marijan at the rock and bravo to you and your fine work.” Josefin.palmen@tourpacific, “It is fantastic to see this project in the middle of nowhere (Scandinavian point of view), and I hope to return to see the stage as it is placed.” Tuesday 9th October 2007 Barry Bailey, “I Barry Bailey travelling from Des Bailiie, 8688 4245 “Visited Wednesday 10th October 2007 Alby & Iris Scholz, Wudinna “Interested in progress made on project since last visit. Congrats to Marijan for work so far, will call again later.” David & Val Simpson, Port Lincoln “It’s a great concept and beautifully executed.” Phill & Rhonda Johnson, Springwood, “Wow a fantastic project and obviously done with pride.” Greg & Meg Thompson, Winnala “An excellent concept for the town, a real ‘working’ piece of art.” Thursday 11th October 2007 “Amazing job turning stone into something that is significant for town. Marijan is doing a fantastic job.” Doug Tilley “Was good to be part of a job that is a dying trade. The foresight and patience to do this job is tremendous. I hope that Marijan passes his knowledge down to future generations so his skills aren’t lost. Top job.” Trevor Barns “Getting to see local granite being used for something significant for Wudinna.” Friday 12th October 2007 E & D Woodbury, “We are amazed as we have travelled through so many small country towns in News South Wales, Don & Bernice Woodland, Earlwood, “The skills, visions of creative sculptor gives an amazing monument to the lives and history of this community which is recorded in Granite for ever, congratulations.” Nancy, Hamly, “Quickly, great opportunity for the local people and artist. Will try to come back to see the final product.” Kisrid Slozard, “Beautiful project, and hope to come back to see it finished.” Narion Riviere, Carole Gauina, “Wonderful project.” Emilie Ebras, “It’s an amazing project, congratulations.” Monday 15th October 2007 Bill Terzis, Lapithas Monumental Installers Bill & “It’s interesting to see the progress every three months when we are in Wudinna.” Tuesday 16th October 2007 Max Paech, Ron Campbell, TV News “This sculpture shows the strength of Australian people combining together to create a memorable sculpture to farming people of the nation.” Marlene Boylan, Jean Spence, Margaret Fox, Wudinna “Lovely Granite, great stone well done Marijan.” Di Rashleigh, Wudinna “Hard work, it is looking good.” Alfredo Nistico, Port Lincoln “Spectacular in conception and execution.” Jane Jordan, Interior design, Adelaide “The design fabric and symbolism of this sculpture is excellent. A symbol of strength and endurance of the rural people of this vast country.” Murray & Margaret Collins, Ceduna “Wonderful work, very interesting, well done.” Wednesday 17th October 2007 Derrick McMannus, “This sculpture is a sensational monument not only to the people of Wudinna but also to all the people of Michelle Daw, Port Lincoln “A wonderful work of art that celebrates the tenacity and independence of Australian farming families. It’s great that it’s in the middle of Kym, Wudinna “I’ve been watching the progress since it’s beginning, and have marvelled over the progress and strength or material and design should inspire farmers to be resilient Monday 22nd October 2007 Tali Milics “An awe inspiring project, makes a shiver run down your spine thinking about the beginning with several large blocks of stone to what has been achieved so far and yet a long way to go. This is what true work is about.” Pat “Hard to believe such a project in the middle of Fred “Marijan your sculpture expresses the spirit of the area.” “Very impressive, excellent idea and perfect work. We would like to stay to see more when it’s finished.” Thursday 25th October 2007 Eric & Kathy Lewis, “A magnificent beginning. We will be honoured to see it completed.” Friday 26th October 2007 S McLouds, “I have been fascinated by the project since it began, guessing at it’s size, shape and construction finally meeting Bekic, the skill, visions and will to complete this major project has amazed and inspired me. It truly is a monument, for the town, the country and for it’s architect and designer. Well done, I’m a bit over awed by the skill and patience, good luck.” Stone (Interested in workshop on stone sculpture, 8625 5087) Brian Jefferies, Priest, Ceduna “Also I read about this sculpture project and have been fascinated to learn about it. What amazes me is that the local Wudinna community have the vision to engage Marijan to complete this commissioned work. Such a project has great spiritual significance and has the potential to provide a usual symbol that unifies this community with pride. I hope and pray that the sculpture does indeed fulfil the expectations of all who have supported it.” Saturday 27th October Matthew Forward, United Kingdom” “As someone cycling through what I originally thought to be just another wheat town, I was surprised to hear about this sculpture. The thought gone into the design and support given by all the local community is truly inspiring. Marijan is as interesting to talk to as he is friendly and open with regards to this work. I would like to see the finished article, and experience it in it’s finished setting. Good luck with the res of the project.” “Amazing project. I think Wudinna is a very nice place for this sculpture. I would like to see it when it is completed. The model looks very interesting with all it’s symbols.” Tuesday 30th October 2007 Malcolm & Elaine McDewell “A magnificent project, we look forward to coming back to Wudinna to see the ‘Australian Farmer’. Marijan has symbolised all that is in the community. A wonderful asset for Wudinna.” G Noble “Congratulations a wonder when completed.” Ron & Jan Stockdale, Port “A fantastic venture, we will re visit and take photos again of the finished project and will also follow the progress on the website. Great symbols of the area and a good talking point of reference for the area. Well done Marijan and the people of Wudinna.” Friday 2nd November 2007 Brian & Jan Lollo, Townsville “What an amazing project for the Wudinna township.” Saturday 3rd November 2007 Anita Crisp, “Fantastic to see the project finally going ahead. I was involved about 10 years ago in the early stages with the council. Couldn’t believe my eyes to drive back into Wudinna after all these years and see it coming to life. Wishing you and the project every success.” Monday 5th November 2007 Robert Miller, Kimba “Excellent monument and beautifully done.” Val Miller, Kimba “Great concept and beautifully executed.” John & Helen Donnellan “We called in to the visitor centre and said g’day to Marijan. He showed us about his work. We are very impressed and most certainly will call back in a year to see the wonderful completion of this project.” Tuesday 6th November 2007 John Monteduro, “I am was passing through and just happened to hear some chipping so I went to have a look and discovered Bekic working and was intrigued with is work. So I chatted with him and he told me about it. Very interesting.” Wednesday 7th November 2007 Michael Peters, Goolwa South, 0424346038 “I broke down 60km out side of town and needed some electrical work done and was told about this sculpture by the auto electrician and so stopped to chat and found out about his (Marijan) work. Impressed by his work and the man himself was well worth the time a great pleasure to meed the man himself. Good work.” Lear Stevans, Member for Little “What great work, good luck with it, through to it’s completions.” Steph Key, MP “Congratulations, truly inspirational. Will keep in touch and come back to see the progress.” Russell Wortley “Fantastic, will show the great community spirit of Wudinna.” Patrick Dupont “Cant wait to see it finished, back in 6 months.” Thursday 8th November 2007 “Very interesting sculpture and learnt a bit about sculpting, a long slow job.” Monday 12th November 2007 Neil & Jenny McMahon, Wagga Wagga “How wonderful to create something beautiful for history, all the best wishes.” Tuesday 13th November 2007 Rob Matthews, “Very impressive project.” Monday 19th November 2007 Christel Christian & Sarah Nikolajsen, “Beautiful art work – excellent. Hope to see you in Mail:christiandgribdagen.dk Website: www.gribagen.dk Marijan is a great fellow to get to get to know. This sculpture I have seen is gonna be a very beautiful sculpture. Best of luck to you and your family. Sarah Nikolajsen, “I like the gravestone it’s nice and the dog is cute.” Rosemary Woodford “As I watched this monumental artistic endeavour unfold, I am in awe, not only of the skill of the man making this sculpture, but also the way he reveals his heart and soul to use through his art. As a fellow artist I understand how much both of these things take from you. I value very highly this bravery and also your friendship, Marijan. Thankyou David for the support and help you have given your father and thankyou Marijan for this extraordinary beautiful sculpture.” Tuesday 20th November 2007 Phillip Norsworthy, Port Lincoln “I think the sculpture portrays the hard life people have in rural areas. Great job, looks good.” Charles & Pam Nalder, Brisbane “A wonderful tribute to the forgotten farmers of Saturday 24th November 2007 Dave Taylor John Foster “Good work.” Monday 26th November 2007 Siv Grava “Big job, good luck.” Stoney, “I have been around a fair bloody bit. I love to see true blue down to earth talent (tradesman goers) like this fella Marijan. All the best mate, your work is brilliant.” Wednesday 28th November 2007 PL “What a small world, 3 people meet in Wudinna at the sculpture coming from different countries and they bind together, feeling more than intellect can think. What a great world, when 3 unique people make plans inspired by this growing monument. Hopefully the beginning of another project so, this life, when we live in the presence and dark dreaming future. I m deeply impressed about this unique experience in Thursday 29th November 2007 Denis & Sally Balibowe, “It will be a real treat to come back home and see the finished sculpture. What we’ve seen so far looks extraordinary, best of luck and thankyou.” Des “Good luck fro the rest of the work, fantastic.” Kath “All the best in this wonderful challenge.” “Local stones/colour love the dry years and wet years in the wheat grain.” Phillipa Wetherall “What an exciting imaginative project, a wonderful piece, your artistry amazing. Thankyou Marijan for giving Wudinna and the Susan, Port Lincoln “Wonderful artistic experience of the elements in which our lives depend and a recognition of those who work in harmony with those elements to produce our food.” Brian Jefferies, Priest, Ceduna “To the Wudinna and District Community Directions Group your vision for this sculpture in progress is inspirational. Marijan I admire your perseverance and willingness to sacrifice other opportunities in your life to contribute to this community in Friday 30th November 2007 Henk & Anny Van Breda, “It is very interesting what we see here and very nice. I hope your work goes good and fast and it is a very nice idea to make a monument that will represent the people to make and what they do here.” John & Bernice Van de Camp, Warrnambool, Victoria “A very good representation of farming life in this area. A wonderful project. Thursday 6th December 2007 “We met Marijan at Jeff’s camp together with Rosi. We spent an interesting evening talking about the ‘Australian Farmer’ project. Marijan explained it to us but today standing just in front of the first piece it gives me a preview how important it will be. We wish Marijan and all members of this project luck to finish it as planned. We are very impressed by the symbolism and Marijan.” ”Good luck and a lot of fun with the ‘Australian Farmer’. It was very nice meeting you.” Friday 7th December 2007 Martin Buchiore, “Marijan a wonderful project and hard work with which I look forward to seeing again when finished. Good luck with the rest of the project, a joy to meet you.” Elaine Kove, “Marijan so glad I dropped in, spectacular so far. I’m sure when the project is completed it will be absolutely awesome. I’ll have to come back to see end product. Keep up the good work and thanks for spending time explaining the project, thoroughly enjoyed it.” Monday 10th December 2007 Trevor Payne, Wudinna “Clever man, well done.” Jay Crawford Fantastic job, making names of past and present live forever from the earths natural resource.” Tuesday 11th December 2007 Di Evans, Wudinna “It’s terrific.” J Low, Port Lincoln “Amazing, great to see local granite being used.” G Bobrige, Port Lincoln “A great job, using granite from area.” Wednesday 12th December 2007 Wudinna Area School, Rene Scholz year 6/7 Class Rene Scholz Marijan, thankyou for sharing your thoughts and talents with the year 5/6 children. They will remember this forever and be able to share it with their children. You are a very special artist, brilliant and a masterpiece.” Tyler Chapman “Great sculpture, I hope it turns out good.” Micah Van Loon “That is a good and completed sculpture, hope you soon.” Izaac Boylan “Hope you finish it soon, great sculpture.” Demi O’Brien “Cool sculpture hope you find another place to make one after, good luck, thanks.” Abbey Buckham “Nice sculpture I can’t wait to see the finishing touch and I hope you could make one for my backyard.” Zanna Walladge “I love the sculpture I think that it is very interesting. It’s awesome.” Britannia Thompson “The sculpture is great and a very smart design.” Mikaela Heath “It would take a long time but looks great.” Riley Fitzgerald “You are very smart and the sculpture is really interesting and creative.” Tara Scholz “It’s very creative. I hope I can come back when it’s finished.” Caitlyn Dorward “It would take a very sturdy hand and a good eye to build something like that.” Abbey Douglass “Your sculpture is great, I hope it turns out alright.” Nikki Lee Alfo “Your sculpture is a good one and every time I go past I think just wait until it’s done.” Annika Kirvan “It was very interesting listening to you talk, I can’t wait to see the sculpture when it’s finished.” Tamzyn Willmott-Daly “It’s so beautiful and you’re so talented, it’s amazing how you do it.” Ricky Seal “I like the design of the sculpture.” Toby Kelly “I like the detail and how it is so smooth and it looks great.” Lindsay Simpson “I think it’s beautiful, I wish I had one in my backyard.” Jack Sampson “I hope this sculpture works out well.” Angus Nixon “A truly magnificent and unique work or art, a great privilege for Wudinna.” Nelson DuBois “Thankyou for sharing your unique artwork with us.”
"How lucky I am to see a work of art in progress, to see it being born. I will always,always remember this. To share the artists thought and vision is a wonderful experience. Thank you Marijan, what a treat!" Kay Burgemeister
Tuesday 19th February 2008 Clare Pree, “Delighted to see our stone looking so beautiful, brings back such memories.” Trevor & Rhonda, “Come and visit us. Well done on the sculpture, it is amazing. We look forward to seeing it when it’s done.” Trevor “Very interesting project, what a challenge will be great when complete.” Shaun, Port Lincoln “What a wonderful project, I admire the work of the community and everyone involved with the building of the sculpture. What a great sculpture.” Wednesday 20th February 2008 “Today we met new wonderful people and I enjoyed so much to admire their respective expressions of art, their energy of living and the purpose to hear about our homeland. Many thanks and good luck for your projects.” “It was great to meet Marijan, it is wonderful to see how matter is transformed into spirit.” Thursday 21st February 2008 Richard Moor “Great work.” Brenton Parsons, Eyre Peninsula Drought Co-ordinator “A great initiative to captivate and inspire rural communities in difficult times.” Documentary Crew Matt Bate “We came to make a film and made many friends. Pleasure to meet both David and Marijan, See you again throughout the year.” Noelene “Thanks for allowing us on your wonderful journey.” Will “Thanks for your wise words and making it real.” Nick “Good luck with the giant Granite man, see you again.” Saturday 23rd February 2008 Ian Quick, Port Lincoln “Magnificent sculpture.” Stefon Stefok, Port Lincoln David Suy, “Inspiring.” Melissa Fyfe, Steve Kerraghan, SATC, “Beautiful.” Monday 25th February 2008 Ross Longden, 62 Ashman Tce, Ungarra ‘Tranquillity Base’ “A monumental project that should endure and impress just like the natural granite inselbergs of this area. I will call past again and look forward to seeing your carving progress. Well done fellas.” Tuesday 26th February 2008 John Post “An outstanding project, a bit like our original pioneers – hard work.” Sylvia Modra, Port Lincoln “I am looking forward to seeing this sculpture when it is completed as it will be as majestic as the fisherman’s sculpture which Marijan made at port Wednesday 27th February 2008 Joseph Strong “Love your sculpture.” Simone Dacombe “Beautiful.” Stephen & Marlene Byrne “When completed this monument will be a meaningful focal point representative of the districts rural activities and fittingly will restore honour on the pioneers of the area. We are most impressed by this work of art and appreciate the creative ability and skill of the artist. Wonderful.” Friday 29th February 2008 Denise Connor, “What a project. Wonderful symbol of this community and looking to the future. You have succeeded in bringing it all together. Good luck.” Jean & Drew Hard, WA “Incredible piece of work, will be a certain tourist attraction, will call in again in a couple of years to see finished work.” L & P Forrest, ex Minnipa “A magnificent work of art. Fitting record of the districts history and natural wonders in granite.” Sunday 2nd March 2008 Hamish T, Photographer, “It was wonderful to have met you, I am just sorry it was so short. I look forward to the unveiling; your story is as fantastic as your art. Website: hamishtrounson.com Monday 3rd March 2008 Anne Searle “A spiritual experience.” John Riggs “Most impressing work, looking forward to final stage.” Peter Fripys “Brilliant work of sculpture and Art.” Dave H ?? “Very impressive and imaginative.” Wednesday 5th March 2008 Shelley Hulen Email: art@shelleyhulen.com.au “What a beautiful unexpected surprise to see such a wonderful work in progress Marijan. We look forward to seeing it completed and in situ. Lovely to see something this defines what the country is really about. We also love your sculpture representing the brave fisherman in Port Lincoln.” John & Sue Grund “Wonderful start. Looking forward to seeing the finished project. Beautiful medium – colours are fantastic. Granite and farming so appropriate to this area.” Friday 7th March 2008 Neville & Raeleen Gilgen, Berri “Very beautiful. Must come back and see the finished product.” R & W Bristow, Berri “Amazing work beautifully done.” Saturday 8th March 2008 Keith Oswald “I find it hard to believe, I congratulate you.” Tuesday 11th March 2008 Dennis Beattie, Penong “Very good job.” Peter Bowmer, Townsville “Creative and inspiring.” Jan Fitzgerald, “A true inspiration. So thrilled to see and meet the sculpture.” Wednesday 12th March 2008 Gail & Vern, “A wonderful project good luck. Look forward to seeing it on completion. 03595 21127, will be very interested to see completed project as I believe it will an interesting visitor and community binding project.” Bev Cengreds “A beautiful project. I hope it will become a symbol for everyone, good luck.” Buona Fortuno “Bellissima scultura, waiting to see it finished.” Thursday 13th March 2008 Peg & Jim ?, Pasadona “Peg was Margaret Bartley daughter, daughter of Jack & Drusilla Bartley. This is a very interesting and historical project, should be fantastic when finished.” George Rankin “A project being delivered with heart and passion for a community with great history, commitment and determination to survive.” Saturday 15th March 2008 June Medwin, Port “Very interesting.” Kevin Medwin, Port “Fantastic.” Dwayne Bothwell, Port “Very good.” Monday 17th March 2008 Lara Cruickshank “This was a great break in our drive to see such beautiful work and meet you both. The symbolism of the sculpture reflects so many things and most importantly I felt a sense of the community through this work. Thank you.” Padi Bolliger, Kyogle, “What a great project reflecting the local community, great conversations.” Bec Massey “YAY! So important to have projects like this in remote areas; never underestimate the power of creative expression.” Stef Robinson “What a delight to stop and see and hear all about this wonderful project.” Pete & Irene Simon, “Just by chance we met with Marijan and David on our way to the outback. We are much impressed from this great project and are proud to learn how Marijan learned his sculpture art in Merlio ”Looks marvellous. It is a hard job to be creative in this heat. I myself, I’m glad I can draw in a cool studio.” Thursday 20th March 2008 Stan & Edie Simpson, “Would love to see finished job.” Gwen & Jim Bushell, “Marvellous, what a treat.” Lyn & Ian Overend, “Wonderful, great mind, great craftsman, lovely man.” George & Shirley Bilton, 13 Bruerwater Crt, Broadford, Victoria “Wonderful work, thank you, very talented man.” Ian Overend, “Very interesting.” Jim Bushell, Broadford “Unbelievable.” George Bilton, “True craftsman.” Tuesday 25th March 2008 Karli “Granite, in Nimbon we carve sandstone.” Wednesday 26th March 2008 Angela White “Great symbols of farming in the coastal community of Friday 28th March 2008 Harry, “Very impressed with this project. Would live to come back when it is finished, and I will see if my company would be interested in commissioning some work in the future.” Alexandra, “This is absolutely stunning. I love the texture and the size. It is incredible. Well done to Marijan, David, Tim, Sue and the community.” Chris “An impressive structure great for the district but also brilliant for tourists. One would hope the communities could access Marijan’s work.” “A very impressive piece of work. Wishing you a successful project.” Christine Houwely, Port Lincoln “Real art and what a wonderful project congratulations.” “We’ll have to come back to see the final result.” “Very impressive. A rare sight, I’ll have to get one for my garden.” Sally, “It is such a wonderful work of art and I am glad to have come here to see it.” Monday 31st March 2008 Alice & Wayne Ross, NSW “Credit to the community, wonderful artist.” Jim Benson, “Wow, looks great and can’t wait to see it when it’s finished.” Colin Best, “Great community project.” Shelley, “Great work.” Mark Mclean, “Good luck with what looks like a very big job. Will be stopping to have a look next time we are passing.” David DiPardo, “What an amazing thing to see ‘anywhere’ so glad I stopped to take a look. Hope to see it finished, good luck.” Thomas Keirsmaevers, “Great amazing job you’ve got. I felt the inspirational work, good luck.” Philippe Sanders, “It’s nice to see how it’s been made. I wonder how it would look when it’s been finished. Good luck.” Tuesday 1st April 2008 Alan & Lizz Stevenson, “Great work so inspiring.” Ruth Gregor, “Great to have a close look at all the work that’s been done. Am looking forward to leaning lots at the workshops.” Lionel Clark “Good luck to him.” Karen Thomason “Amazing work and congratulations.” Nigel Nicholas “Rather you than me in this heat.” Wednesday 2nd April 2008 Una & Daryl Baker, “Stunning.” Peter & Marty Ghagan, “Amazing.” Mary & Kevin Bubner, “Just great.” Jonathan Bent, WA “Looks great, will be interested to see it completed.” Ran Mark Johnson, Streaky Bay “Looks like hard work, but rewarding.” Eric Elliott, Streaky Bay “One of a kind, great.” Mary Beard “Beautifully thought of for our district.” Shirley Ring, Lock “Magnificant most impressive.” Richard Prusa “You have a special gift. Thanks for sharing it.” Kevin Masetts “Unbelievable.” Friday 4th April 2008 Matthew Cook “Very impressive. The concept is brilliant the actual worked stone is magnificent. The worked surface is very nice and the symbolism has great meaning.” Saturday 5th April 2008 Start of sculpture workshop, students comments below Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Sue Burns, Marilyn Scholz, Wudinna Jason McGuire, Yaninee Ben Wagner, Yaninee Sue Dubois, Wudinna Rosi Woodford Ganf, Wudinna Dianne Turner, Point Lowly Marilyn Scholz, Wudinna “Thanks Marijan a challenging day.” Sue DuBois, Wudinna “Ditto Marijan, but very enjoyable.” Sunday 6th April 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Rosie Woodford Ganf, Wudinna “You loosened me up nicely.” Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Sue Burns, Marilyn Scholz, Wudinna ”Thank you a productive day.” Ben Wagner, Yaninee “Finally know a bit.” Jason McGuire, Yaninee Rosie Woodford Ganf, Wudinna Sue DuBois, Wudinna End students comments Maurice Bartley, Wudinna Jessie Heath, Wudinna Robert Evans, Coral Evans, Charlie Micalley, “A lot of work it will be good when finished. I will come back next year to see it in 2009 sometime, October 2009.” Monday 7th April 2008 Jason & ?? McGuire, Yaninee “No body except little dog here.” Barry & Shirley Newbery, Whyalla “Absolutely marvellous.” Margie & Robert Davies “Margie with Wallaroo AVIS Committee interested in undertaking a project at Wallaroo using Harlequin granite. 88233133” “An excellent example of the town’s progressive nature.” Lainey Smith “Impressive monument for an amazing town.” Peter & Judy Wash, Roger & Debbie Kozuch “Very impressed. Will be there as a great symbol forever representing the history of this area.” Tuesday 8th April 2008 Barry Hansen, “Congrats to the town’s folk.” Lawry Twining, “The quantity of symbols in the sculpture indicates a genius mind. Well done Marijan.” Graham Hoy, “Great project good luck with it.” Noel Hanger, “Splendid construction deserves recognition.” Colin Gardner, “Wonderfully sculptured.” Rosy, Rory & Phoeve Dettmar “Awesome.” Clare Valley Tours, Department of Ag Retirees Tour Harry & Loma Nash Betty & Brian Jefferies “Congratulations and praise to god.” Heather & John O’Keefe “10th wonder of the world.” John & Brenda Potter, Campbelltown “Inspirational.” Dorren Callaghen “A wonderful project, good luck.” Barbara Holmes “Enthralled.” David & Pauline Moss ? & David ? “Beautiful art work.” Tony & Rachel Davidson “Inspiring work.” Kevin Daton “Beautiful.” Lesley & ArthurTideman “Incredible.” Heather & Neville Jeisman “Amazing.” John & Zoe Miller, “Wonderful work great concept.” Valda & Rex Krause “Awesome most impressive.” Bob H? “Wow.” Sally Days Geoff & Cleo Norreen “Congratulations.” Bob & Heather Bradley “Fantastic.” Saturday 12th April 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Ruth Gregor Sue Burns, Sue Dubois, Wudinna Ben Wagner, Yaninee Rosi Woodford Ganf, Wudinna Jason McGuire, Yaninee Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Marilyn Scholz, Wudinna Sunday 13th April 2008 Ruth Gregor Marilyn Scholz, Wudinna Sue Burns, Jason McGuire, Yaninee Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Tuesday 15th April 2008 Alex & Tamara Tryhorn, “Coming from a small town, I’m sure this sculpture will be a traffic stopper and there will be a flow on effect from this. Great involvement from the town people.” Dino & Garry (Bendigo Bank) “Breath taking – looking forward to the finished product/vision.” Thursday 17th April 2008 Leslie Webb “The scosher is great. Thanks for letting me cook at the scosher.” Ian Penna, “Good luck well done. 8687 0415, 0429102031.” Dianne & Dennis Quinn “Very interesting.” John & Sally Waldry “A great project and beautifully done.” Friday 18th April 2008 Arinette & John Armitage, Albert Park, Melbourne, VIC “A magnificent project performed with great passion and feeling, inspiring.” Kevin & Nora Joyce, Brisbane, QLD “Unbelievably creativity, congratulations. We look forward to seeing the completed work.” Judi & John Watson, “Congratulations to Marijan and his son David. A remarkable achievement by you both and the local community working together. P.S the powerlines on front must go underground.” Ronica & Jack Arndell, Milang ( “Did not know what to expect – driving past and caught a glimpse. Extremely impressed not only with the project but with the huge community involvement, and commitment to something so fantastic for such a small country town. Congratulations and good luck.” Helen Foster, Port Lincoln “In awe of your skill. I can’t get my (non artistic) mind around it. It tells a whole story of a community history. Thanks for the gift. Look forward to seeing the end result.” Gwenda Redding, Wudinna “Magnificent work.” Saturday 19th April 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Sue Dubois, Wudinna Ben Wagner, Yaninee Ruth Gregor Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Dianne Turner Sue Burns, Rosi Woodford Ganf, Wudinna End Students Bob & Wendy Duffield “What a wonderful idea, and very well done, keep up the community spirit.” Kym & Pam Roach, Port Lincoln “Great to catch up with you again Marijan. A truly inspirational project and teeming with community spirit and god given talent.” Patricia & Jean, Roxby Downs “May the spirit of our great Sunday 20th April 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Sue Burns, Dianne Turner Ruth Gregor Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Rosi Woodford Ganf, Wudinna End Students Glenys & Ken Morrison, Taree, NSW “Wonderful sculpture we will have to come back to see the finished job.” Flip & Kim “Excellent community project, many hands make great work.” Graham Cozins, WA “Great community spirit.” Monday 21st April 2008 Mary Brand & Britany Londarerry, NSW “Thank you for this privilege. Keep the dream alive.” Tony Adamson “Inspirational.” Alex, Crafters West “Amazing.” Sarah Walker “Dear Marijan, it’s wonderful to discover what can be achieved when many people come together in passion and enjoyment. Well done it’s a beautiful sculpture. All the best to you.” Miles “Great work.” Terry & Megan Rohde, “Looking forward to seeing final display, should be something.” Luke & “Amazing very talented and friendly. Thanks for explaining what it’s all about, all the best.” Tuesday 22nd April 2008 Taryn Waters, “Thanks for telling your story Marijan and giving this town something to be proud of. I look forward to answering the where do you come from? Question and having people remember Wudinna (formerly a blink and you miss it highway town) and having this picture in their minds.” Barry Kneebone, Morphett Vale, SA “You are inspiring to the community and thank you for talking with us. We will spread the word.” Carrol, Morphett Vale, SA “Community spirit. People’s generosity of the rural area will always be. I am so impressed with the work being done here and thank you Marijan for taking the time to tell us the story behind the sculpture, god bless.” Wednesday 23rd April 2008 Slim & Kay Smith, Burrum Heads, QLD “Great to see what a small community can do compared to the city. Brilliant concept.” Ros & Ian Basey, Nairne “Fantastic community effort to make another SA icon.” Paula Aird “What an amazing achievement for the community.” Jenny Barnes, Whyalla “What an awesome achievement. A brilliant concept, well done.” Chris Burchett, Strathalbyn “An inspiring project that shows early remote Ross Allen, Port Lincoln “Great project, well done.” Barbara Atkinson “A sharing community with an interesting project.” Jack Atkinson “A very admirable project for a relatively small town shows great community spirit.” Friday 25th April 2008 Gary Forrest, “A great vision a wonderful project for Wudinna. Congratulations and best wishes for the future of this town.” Pat Forrest, “What a wonderful idea coming together with the gift of Mr Bekic the sculptor. Thank you Tim Scholz for introducing us to such a wonderful thought and plan of your district. May god bless you all.” Georgia William “Wow, wow, wow. It’s a huge and symbolises so much a bout Wudinna. It’s great meeting the makers behind this amazing art. Can’t wait to see it finished.” “Great job you have more patience than I have.” Betty Goodenough “Fantastic job.” Janine Hutchisen “Something like this would look good in Wallaroo South Australia.” Jill Malcolm, Journalist, “A monument to the effort, skills and sensitivity that goes into a great work of art.” Bev Sanden “Marijan, creativity is a gift from god and we are fortunate you chose to express your gift with us.” Saturday 26th April 2008 Ben Williamson “Ooh, my gosh what a sculpture what a statue, what a stone carver.” John Williamson “Carving in stone is a natural thing, it will be here in 1000 years, and I won’t. It’s come a long way with a lot more to come, don’t finish until it’s completed. An inspirational work of art.” K Walladge Lyn Bates, “Beautiful granite, beautiful sculpture.” Akiralie, Wudinna “Wow what fantastic work. Definitely a work of art.” John & Thelma Sinkinson, “Will be a fantastic monument when finished.” Sunday 27th April 2008 Aileen & Allen Scott, “What a wonderful traffic stopper. It was delightful to meet Marijan and feel his enthusiasm for this community project. All the best Marijan.” Ian “Wonderful idea for the community and the skill of the artist is amazing. Pity there is not signage out on the road to alert people of this project, excellent.” Monday 28th April 2008 Andy Calder “I’m very glad that we took the time to stop and have a look at the sculpture. I’m sure it will become an iconic part of Wudinna and the surrounding areas. Thanks very much to Marijan for downing tools and having a chat with us.” Corey & Bec “Fantastic community project. A well timed stop and some lovely commentary from Marijan about the area. We are very keen to get back to see the finished product, thank you.” Fr Kevin Matthews “Great progress, keep it up.” Tuesday 29th April 2008 Sue Trewartha, with mother in law Una “Love the symbolism of the sculpture. Have watched it over the times we pass here from Ceduna. Can’t wait to see the sheep completed. Fabulous project and great work.” Wilma Anderson, co helper Red Cross Volunteer, taking patients to hospitals “Great work you are doing. What a credit to everyone concerned, keep it up.” Michael & Pat “Great to see such a project involving the whole community. Your skilled and generous participation is an inspiration.” “It was nice talking with a great artist coming all the way from Mavis Sampson, Wudinna Wednesday 30th April 2008 Winn & Martha Smitz, Port Lincoln “A great and wonderful work of art, a lasting memorial for Wudinna.” Keith & Nilma Stubing, Broken Hill “Very spiritual and artistic. It gave us ideas. 0880874554” Friday 2nd May 2008 Steph North, Year 5/6 Thank you for such an informative, enjoyable and educational visit. The class really enjoyed the visit. The sculpture is simply fantastic. Zoe “Good job and well done.” Hannah “Great job.” Remi “Great job.” “Great job well done and good luck.” Lindsay “Well done.” Neika “Good job I like it.” Brett McComb “I really like your sculpture.” Darcy Nixon “Well done.” Nikki Alford “You are an excellent at sculpturing, thank you for letting us visit you.” Sharnie DuBois “Hi, you have done an excellent job.” Abbey Bruce “Hi, you are a good carver.” Brooke Bottomley “Fantastic work Marijan.” Ellie Sampson “Good job.” Abbey Douglass “Good job.” Tyler Chapman “Great Job.” Tara, Demi, Abbey Buckham, Zanna Walladge “Awesome.” Saturday 3rd May 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Ben Wagner, Yaninee Sue Burns, Gidge Murphy, Wudinna David Sue DuBois, Wudinna Dianne Turner End Students Rashel Furnell “Fantastic, great design. It makes a difference to hear the artist’s ideas and reasons, very clever.” Sunday 4th May 2008 Sculptor workshop, students comments below Gidge Murphy, Wudinna Ben Wagner, Yaninee Dianne Turner Ruth Gregor, End Students L Rob Gregor Pat Wilkins An admiring visitor. I call in lots of times to view this exciting and what will be a magnificent granite sculpture ‘Australian Farmer’.” Dudley & Cristel Barnett “Art of this nature adds something to the human spirit. It also helps preserve quality of life in society’s falling values.” Barry Wilkins “Marijan a magnificent work in progress. It will be better than world castle.” Monday 5th May 2008 Barbara Mellor “What an inspiration. I do hope I can come and see the finished sculpture, thank you and good luck.” Colleen Hawkes “Wonderful project, so lovely to touch and look at, all the best.” Yvonne & Andrew, Melbourne “Great project and design. Really love it. Good luck also with your future sculpture workshops. I am sure you will be successful.” Marijan a most commendable project best wishes for the future, an absolutely pleasure to be here and see the project in the making.” Jenny & David Mazlin, Townsville “Amazing project.” G & J Whittle “Yes, it is amazing.” Geoff & Meredith Hughes “So much care and detail. It will be beautiful, good luck.” Alan & Shirley McCarthy, Greensborough, VIC “Congratulations on your achievement so far. Looking forward to seeing the finished sculpture on the website, you are a genius.” Wednesday 7th May 2008 Stewart Byrne, Whyalla “Potential project, wonderful concept.” Alan Miller, Greenhill, SA “A project that demonstrates the strength of the community and the spirit of the artist, congratulations.” Thursday 8th May 2008 Manifred & Anna Maria Lochel,
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