Vivid and Shine Bright launch collaborative mural

Vivid chief executive Kylie Liebmann said she hoped the project was the first of many collaborations between the neighbouring sites.

“Each element of this mural has been carefully hand-painted and assembled into a lasting piece that the students and our participants will enjoy for years,” she said.

“It’s been a really great project, and our guys have loved it.”

Led by Bottle and Brush owner Caroline Smith, participants painted different elements of the project and assembled the rainbow frame.

The painted hand prints marked the final touch, resembling leaves sprouting from the tree’s branches.

“It’s great to see the confidence of our guys while they were working on this project, and how much they got out of it,” Ms Liebmann said.

“They really have put a lot of effort in, and they’ve got a lot of pride for what they’ve created.”

The project was made possible by Campaspe Shire Council through its Community Grants Program, and Mayor Daniel Mackrell attended the launch.

Ms Liebmann thanked Bunnings, who donated many of the materials, and Echuca Men’s Shed, who cut out all the wooden shapes attached.

The mural can be viewed outside the entrances of Vivid and Shine Bright at 218 High St, Echuca.

Photos by St Joseph’s College student Doc Smith, on work experience at The Riv.