Pinetown school’s mural promotes unity
The mural bears the message, 'Together we are Stronger'. The artist, Peta Salmon, hopes her artpiece restores a sense of hope in the community.
A MOSAIC mural which has just been completed at Pinetown Senior Primary School represents a symbol of strength and unity, not only for current learners but for generations to come.
The colourful work was done by mosaic artist, Peta Salmon.
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She said this was part of Piece Project Mosaics funded by the African Culture Fund which is a solidarity fund for African artists organisations affected negatively by the Covid-19 crisis.
The Pinetown resident said it took seven months to finish the mosaic with assistance from Precious Cele.
The 3m x 1.8m mixed media mosaic mural is made from ceramic tile, mirror, shells and gemstones, bearing the message, ‘Together we are Stronger’ .
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According to Salmon the use of glass conveys the way people see themselves in both their strengths and challenges.
“We used upcycled mirror glass as much as possible which is regarded as multi racial and will only reflect what’s gazed into it.”
With this breathtaking piece, the artist said they wanted to do something to uplift and inspire residents around Durban.
“We chose to undertake the project here at Pinetown Senior Primary School. We hope it restores a sense of hope and upliftment,” she said.
Salmon added that she would like to thank family and friends for support and encouragement.
Principal of the school, Bruce King said: “I love that this mural promotes unity amongst diversity, the values that the school uphold.”
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