book launch and art exhibition
In the 70s and 80s, Victoria’s oldest gay hotel, The Prince of Wales, had Sunday night at “Pokey’s”. Showgirls Terri Tinsel, Michelle Tozer, Debra LeGae and the ‘star’ Renee Scott, brought drag entertainment with a whole lotta hair ‘n’ make-up. At the other end of the street, Stan Munro’s “Les Girls” were strutting and miming at The Ritz. Fitzroy Street was rockin’ in frocks and feathers.
Artist, Pamela Reid’s, latest creative venture brings together her observational “urban abstract” art with the launch of her book, “Prisms of Time”. Years of morning walking around Middle Park and St Kilda neighbourhoods, fascinated by the juxtaposition between the charm of old architecture and a changing urban streetscape, inspired Pamela’s captivating artworks.
When exhibiting and posting on local social media, others shared memories of Fitzroy Street, The Espy, Prince of Wales, restauranteur Donlevy Fitzpatrick, working girls and years of unleashed partying. Recognising that our architectural history resonates and informs our social history, Pamela recorded these quotes and anecdotes. The concept for a book evolved.
“Prisms of Time” the book and exhibition of works are at Plume Gallery, 122 Bridport Street, Albert Park until 6th August.
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