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The yearly event synonymous with Sydney's Italian community
took place at Ottimo House (formally Castel D'oro) at Five Dock this past
Saturday night (3rd August 2013).
The local arts, entertainment, media and business community
turned out in force.
This year local creative artist, Eva Rinaldi, provided
entertainment with a twist, in the form of two human statues (living
statues)... one of Mary (model Victoria Gordeets) and the other St. Joseph (model
Matthew Ward). The living statues were standing side by side, with St. Joseph holding
the baby Jesus in his arms. Guests were invited to have their photographs taken
with the artistic bible scene themed statues, and dozens of patrons accepted
the opportunity. Many of the photographs will be soon appearing in popular
Sydney Italian newspaper, La Fiamma.
Dinner was a beautiful five course meal, and came with a
wide array of wines and beers.
The event further brought the Australian - Italian community
together, and also helped raise considerable funds via a charity raffle, and
the funds will be channelled back into local community and charity initiatives.
The day after the San Guiseppe event patrons attended the
church service at St. Fiacre's, located at nearby Annandale, and they even
brought along their very own San Giuseppe themed statue, which was blessed from
the priest.
Well done to everyone associated with the success of the San
Giuseppe celebrations, and already everyone is talking about looking forward to
next years event.
Websites
Human Statue Bodyart
Human Entertainment
Ottimo House
La Fiamma
