One million stars to end violence installed at King George Square

The kaleidoscope of colour was organised by Redlands artist Maryann Talia Pau, who took her One Million Stars to End Violence project across the world.

People from 15 nations contributed handwoven stars as part of Ms Talia Pau’s project, which was aimed at promoting peace and raising awareness about violence.

Read more: Stars of a different kind on show at RPAC

While a goal of one million stars was set, this has been surpassed, with about 2.4 million received.

Ms Talia Pau said every star had a story.

“Each star was made with purpose to shine together as a collective symbol of hope and solidarity,” she said.

The stars have been used in more than 370 star garlands hung at King George Square, in an installation presented by the Museum of Brisbane.

Museum of Brisbane director Renai Grace said the installation was a must see exhibit as part of Festival 2018.

“The One Million Stars public artwork is a fully immersive experience, inviting visitors inside a four-metre high, 15-metre wide dome created from 370 brightly coloured star garlands, forming a kaleidoscopic effect accompanied by a soundscape created by artist Michelle Xen,” she said.

Star installations will also be at Carrara Stadium, the Athlete’s Village, the Brisbane Powerhouse during WOW (Women of the World) Festival, along the Cairns Esplanade and in Queen’s Gardens in Townsville.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Minister Di Farmer said different community groups had contributed to the One Million Stars to End Violence project.

“Many different groups including more than 200 Queensland schools, councils, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups and country women’s associations came together to weave these stars,” she said.

The One Million Stars installation will be on display in King George Square from March 29 to April 15, 2018.