Caddens artist Shannon Boyd has completed a striking mural of former Narrandera boxer Trevor Christian OAM for the Sydney Region Aboriginal Corp (SRAC).
Trevor Christian OAM, Wiradjuri Warrior/Elder, was a Narrandera-born man who passed away December 13, 2011. He was born in the town on October 28 1942.
The public artwork, which is over eight metres high, is of former Wiradjuri Elder and SRAC founding member Trevor Christian OAM.
Mr Boyd said he was honoured to be commissioned for the piece that is a part of the Henry Street Aboriginal Community Hub.
“Trevor was a champion boxer, referee and fought so hard for the rights of Aboriginal people, so it was amazing to do such an important piece in a prominent spot.”
Being easily viewed from the train line, Mr Boyd said he’s happy with the outcome of his work.
“It only took a day to plan as SRAC already had the image of him they wanted then I had the idea to add the tracks a goanna would make in the earth as that was his totem,” he said.
This article appeared in the Narrandera Argus, 18 May 2023.
