For centuries blue and white have been strongly represented in many cultures and its historical depiction can be dated back to the Egyptians using the pigment of blue made from semi-precious lapis lazuli pigment.

Since then, various pigments have been developed and used - from ultramarine, prussian, cobalt and even a new synthetic pigment that has been introduced to create the rich shades of blue Yin Min produced in 2009.

Artists continue to be inspired by this colour and are finding new and contemporary ways to create in various mediums.

The upcoming exhibition includes ceramics, textiles, glass, furniture, photography and printmaking.

Artists whose work will be on show include Amy Kennedy, Keiko Matsui, Emma Peters, Julie Shepherd, Annika Romeyn, Grant Donaldson, Niharika Hukku, Leila Jeffreys, Rebecca Coulter, Catherine Capan and Steve Giannuzzi.

In conjunction with this exhibition local artist Patrice Cooke will complement The sound of blue with her own display of beautiful ceramic sculptures.

The display called Reef reflects the artist's fascination with nature and explores the delicate balance of the natural environment becoming increasingly precarious.

There will be a COVID safe pre-Christmas champagne shopping night on Friday, December 11 from 5pm (book for 5pm, 6pm or 7pm) with a 10 per cent discount on all purchases, a glass of bubbly and a chance to view the new exhibitions.

Bookings will be essential - email shop@sturt.nsw.edu.au or call 4860 2083.

The exhibitions will run from December 11 to February 7, 2021.

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