It’s almost time – Thomas Dambo’s highly anticipated giant sculptures trail in Mandurah is fast approaching.
The Giants of Mandurah exhibition by the world-renowned Danish artist is landing in the Peel region on the 12th of November, featuring at least five site-specific works with each creature made from recycled materials reaching up to five metres tall and placed in secret locations waiting to be discovered.
Why are the giant sculptures a big deal
Dambo’s wooden sculptures have been a source of fascination and awe worldwide over the years, popping up in Denmark, Chile, China, France, Germany, South Korea, and the United States of America. For his Peel region installation, the help of locals has been enlisted to help with the creation of the sculptures, giving each their own personality as they tell the story of the Mandurah area intertwined with the creation story as shared by the region’s Traditional Owners, the Bindjareb people.
But wait! Before you go racing off on your epic art-filled adventure, there are a few important tidbits and tips from FORM that will help you prepare:
How long will the Giants of Mandurah be on display?
There is no need to rush – Giants of Mandurah is going to be on display for at least 12 months, so don’t panic if you can’t get down straight away.
It will be officially opening on the 12th of November 2022 and running through to 12 November 2023.
How long will the trail take?
This is designed to be a game where visitors must find the hidden giants, so it’s been recommended that you should hunt them down and visit over a few days due to the geographical spread of their locations.
And when you do find them – don’t ruin the game for others by sharing their location online, because where’s the fun in that?
Helpful tip
Before you leave home, check out the official website and Traveller’s Companion to make sure you can make all the necessary preparations.
Your journey will start at the Mandurah Visitor Centre, and from there it’s choosing your own path. Some trails may be more accessible than others, and some might have special requirements to know about like making sure you’ve got a good water supply.
The entire website is anticipated to launch on 9 November 2022, so subscribe to get your hands on the trusty Traveller’s Companion guide as soon as it comes out.
Don’t stop at the giants – go explore!
Mandurah is a holidaymaker’s playground, and there’s so much to see and do while you’re there.
Explore the foreshore and stop in for lunch and breakfast at one of the best cafes in Mandurah, or visit some of the region’s best beer and wine offerings like Three Rivers Brewing Company or Peel Estate Wines.
If you’ve got an eye for adventure, hire an e-bike or e-scooter from The Bike Kiosk and take one of the stunning cycle paths, visit Mandurah Boat Hire to soak in the winter sun with a paddle along glassy water, hop on a boat tour with Mandurah Cruises, or get the most out of your visit with guided kayak tours, bush walks or stargazing and nocturnal walks with Salt & Bush Eco Tours.
Or, stop in at Peel Produce Market on Saturday mornings for local produce, coffee, hot breakfasts, live music, fresh juice and more.
Feature Image: Mary Savvidou
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