"A Collage of Fragments" - Anne Neil
Photo Courtesy of Sculptures by the Sea / Robert Frith.
Capral Aluminium was proud to support Sculptures by the Sea Cottesloe 2026, one of Australia’s most celebrated art exhibitions.
This event held between the 6th and 23rd of March, transformed Perth’s iconic Cottesloe Beach into a spectacular coastal gallery. Capral’s long standing collaboration with Sculptures by the Sea goes beyond sponsorship, as Capral actively supports artists by helping bring their large-scale, ideas to life. By providing materials and technical expertise, Capral helps foster creativity and showcase the potential of aluminium in art and sculptures and public art.
This year Capral has provided Aluminium to support the work of many talented artists including Anne Neil, Anton Lord, April Pine, Ayesha Singh, Dr Jon Tarry, Jason Hirst, Stephen Tepper and Tim Haynes. Beyond supplying materials, Capral provided technical guidance, helping artists bring their complex visions to life. Aluminium is an ideal material for public art due to its strength, lightweight properties, corrosion resistance and versatility. These qualities make it a perfect choice for outdoor sculptures that endure weather elements while maintaining a strong visual impact.
In 2024, Capral introduced the Capral Artist Subsidy as part of its partnership with Sculpture by the Sea. The $5,000 subsidy this year was awarded to VIC artist Tim Haynes for his sculpture ‘The Ghost Of Van Eileen.’ This sculpture is a reflection on memory, place, and cultural disappearance. The Ghost of Van Eileen honours a beloved Cottesloe burger van, exploring how everyday icons shape community identity, and what’s lost when they are erased by development.
“The Ghost Of Van Eileen” - Tim Haynes
Photo Courtesy of Sculptures by the Sea / M.Goh
Capral’s commitment to supporting Australian artists and their dedication to showcasing the versatility of aluminium in art have left a lasting impression. Nigel Williamson from Capral Aluminium in Western Australia commented. “Tim’s sculpture demonstrates the unique possibilities aluminium offers to artists. Capral is proud to support artist who embrace new ways of working with this versatile material.”
Capral’s involvement in this event helps artists bring their work to life while also demonstrating the important role aluminium plays in design and architecture. Known for its durability, adaptability, and sustainability, the material is well-suited to large-scale public artworks. Through ongoing support of events like Sculpture by the Sea, Capral is helping encourage innovation in Australia’s art and design community.
