Having explored some of the Yorke Peninsula, we decided to cross over and see what delights the Eyre Peninsula had in store. Our destination: The District Council of Tumby Bay, South Australia. We’d heard whispers of impressive silo art, and let’s be honest, we are easily drawn to quirky, large-scale art installations.
Our first stop in Tumby Bay was the local hotel.
The SeaBreeze Hotel, is a landmark with a wide vista across the bay.
Wandering around the town, it became clear that Tumby Bay has embraced art wholeheartedly. Even the more utilitarian structures have been given a splash of creativity. We spotted a vibrant mural of leafy seadragons adorning a building wall.
This colourful depiction, a beautiful contrast against the bright blue background, is a celebration of local marine life.
We then came across another mural, this one of sharks, with the inscription "An ocean without them..."
A powerful message about the importance of protecting these apex predators and maintaining a healthy marine ecosystem.
But the main attraction, of course, was the silo art created by artist Martin Ron.
The murals depict two boys seemingly floating on the water, their bodies partially submerged. The realism is striking; from a distance, it’s easy to believe they are actually suspended in mid-air. The silos themselves provide a fantastic canvas, and the artist has used the cylindrical shapes to create a truly immersive and engaging piece of art. Finding art like this in The District Council of Tumby Bay, South Australia reminds us that creativity can thrive in the most unexpected places.
