The Melbourne Experience 3

Picture of the Melbourne Australia skyline from the Crown Casino patio cafe. Copyright jcott@homeboys-adventures-in-australia.com.
The skyline view is nice from the Crown Casino patio cafe..on a clear day.

This is a picture of the Victorian Arts Center in Melbourne Australia. Copyright jcott@homeboys-adventures-in-australia.com.
The Victorian Arts Center is at the cultural heart of Melbourne. All kinds of events are held there.

 

Picture of modern sculpture on the grounds between the Victorian Arts Center and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne Australia. Copyright jcott@homeboys-adventures-in-australia.com.
On the grounds separating the Victorian Arts Center and the National Gallery of Victoria, in the background, is this modern sculpture.

 

Picture of Aboriginal depiction of two wagyls (woggles) among the fountains of the National Gallery of Victoria. Copyright jcott@homeboys-adventures-in-australia.com.

In front of the National Gallery of Victoria, is an Aboriginal depiction of two wagyls (woggles) arising from the water.

The National Gallery doesn't only house Australian artworks but also work done by the masters. School children are regularly treated to instructional viewings by the staff.

 

Picture of juxtaposition of the old St. Paul's Cathedral with the modern glass and steel skyscrapers. Each in its' own spiritual manner. Copyright jcott@homeboys-adventures-in-australia.com.
The warmth and detail of craftsmen in their work on the St. Paul's Cathedral is contrasted to the cold modern glass and steel of the 21st Century...each reaching toward Heaven in its' own way.

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