Colours in the WILD: A Celebration of Creativity at St Edmund’s College
Our recently released End of Year Report 2025 includes a number of highlights that celebrate people, creativity and possibility. One of those is Colours in the Wild, a creative project at St Edmund’s College that invited Young People to slow down, spend time outdoors and connect with learning in a deeply personal way.
The College Hall was transformed into a vibrant gallery filled with birds, botanical wonders, jellyfish, and imaginative creatures – each piece telling its own unique story and reflecting the humour, heart, and imagination of Eddie’s artists.
Led by CAPA Coordinator Ms Minkley and the Art Department, students across all year levels contributed stunning works: magical insects from Years 5 – 6, quirky birds in Year 7, pigeons in Year 8, jellyfish in Year 9, botanicals in Year 10, portraits in Year 11, and an extraordinary collection of animal-inspired pieces from the Year 12 Creative Arts class.
Guests explored highlights such as the Underwater Jellyfish Cave installation and enjoyed the launch of the St Edmund’s College first student-designed merchandise line – featuring tote bags, magnets, coasters, cards, and limited-edition art prints.
The event was supported by generous contributions from McFarlands Quality Meats, Bakers Delight Hornsby, and IGA Wahroonga, with volunteers from St Pius X College running the barbecue and art-making station where attendees created their own quirky birds. It was truly an event to remember – a celebration of creativity, community, and the spirit of St Edmund’s.
As a Year 5 -12 college dedicated to supporting Young People with intellectual disabilities, art plays a vital role in the St Edmund’s program.
