Nocturnal natives and grassland friends - Signal Cabinet 9

The ninth traffic signal cabinet at the corner of Lygon Drive and Craigieburn Road features artwork by Kathleen Jessop.

Nocturnal-Natives

abstract art with native nocturnal fauna

I grew up alongside two separate creek systems (Aitken Creek and Malcolm Creek), where there were some extraordinary nocturnal animals. If you are out at night in Craigieburn, you should look out for them. This work includes images of the tawny frogmouth, southern brown bandicoot, lesser long-eared bat, southern old lady moth, black field cricket, kangaroo grass and eucalyptus gum nuts. These all help to make up the unique ecosystems in our backyard and must be cherished and protected.

Grassland friends

abstract art with native fauna, the artwork is two separate pieces

Victoria was once covered in grasslands, now our great state has less than 1% of this habitat remaining. This piece celebrates a number of unique plants and animals that rely on the Craigieburn and surrounding grasslands to survive. This includes the striped legless lizard, Willie wagtail bird, rakali (Australia's otter), golden sun moth, woolly New Holland daisy, common early nancy (flower), yellow tiny star, sprawling bluebell and magnificent matted flax-lily.

About the artist

Kathleen Jessop is an artist who perceives the world through intricate details. Her work, characterised by both surreal and expressionist elements, is deeply inspired by the natural world and the unseen forces that shape it.

Kathleen's playful and distinctive style creates a sense of continuity, inviting viewers to engage with her pieces and reflect on their own interpretations and internal experiences. Her admiration for native Australian flora and fauna is evident across all her mediums, from ink and fine liner to gouache, acrylic, and aerosol.

Through her art, Kathleen invites us to explore the beauty and complexity of nature, encouraging a deeper connection to the world around us.

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Location

Craigieburn Rd & Lygon Dr, Craigieburn 3064 View Map

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Nocturnal natives and grassland friends - Signal Cabinet 9