October 26, 2009: The Bega Valley Shire Library will display the recent work of Certificate IV students from Bega campus of Illawarra TAFE in the foyer exhibition space during November.

The students have produced a variety of different format books using techniques explored during their course - collage, printmaking techniques, drawing and painting.

The production of the books was in response to a drawing assignment given to the students by their teacher Veronica O’Leary.

"The aim was to challenge the students to use their art making skills to make a book on the town they live and work in, "Ms O’Leary said.

"Each book offers a different perspective of Bega. They give an insight into Bega through the eyes of artists closely observing and researching aspects of the town and its unique architecture and particular history.

"The artists have explored textures, fences, architecture and the rural landscape, creating a unique picture of Bega.

"Each book gives the viewer a renewed interest in the environment and an appreciation of what is here in Bega."

The display will start next Monday, November 2, with the work of two students, Anna Buck and Janet Collingridge.

Then each week, the display will change with two more students displaying their work. These are:

• Monday, November 9: Louella McPaul and Donna Ransom

• Monday, November 16: Judith Thomson and Jane Murphy

• Monday, November 23: Anneke Paijmans and Kaz Langenhorst