Ink to Image: Celebrating James Patrick Sweeny: an ordinary man on an extraordinary expedition 2024

18 March 2024 | 5 min read | venue: Perth Town Hall | cost: Free Ticketed event | website: https://events.humanitix.com/from-ink-to-image

published: 18 Mar 2024

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In the annals of Western Australian exploration, the John Forrest expedition of 1874 stands as a pivotal moment, carving a path through the rugged inland from Geraldton to the Peake Telegraph station in South Australia.

At the heart of this historic journey was James Patrick Sweeny, a farrier whose role extended beyond the care of horses to become a chronicler of the expedition's everyday trials and triumphs.

As the great-grandson of James Patrick Sweeny, I am proud to unveil a unique photographic exhibition that not only pays homage to the remarkable journey undertaken by my ancestor but also sheds light on the often-overlooked perspective of an 'ordinary' man on an extraordinary expedition.

The cornerstone of this exhibition is the original diary of James Patrick Sweeny, a document that captures the essence of life on the trail, where the mundane and the extraordinary coalesce.

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At the heart of this historic journey was James Patrick Sweeny, a farrier whose role extended beyond the care of horses to become a chronicler of the expedition's everyday trials and triumphs.

The cornerstone of this exhibition is the original diary of James Patrick Sweeny, a document that captures the essence of life on the trail, where the mundane and the extraordinary coalesce.

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what: Ink to Image: Celebrating James Patrick Sweeny: an ordinary man on an extraordinary expedition 2024

when: 18 March 2024

start time/end time: 18 Mar | 2pm - 4pm

venue: Perth Town Hall

website: https://events.humanitix.com/from-ink-to-image

city/suburb: Perth WA

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