EXTERMINATE! EXTERM...Er, perhaps that should be CAFINATE!

For those of you who are familiar with Doctor Who, you will know that this year marks the 50^th anniversary of the long running science fiction show and the Studio Of Mosaic Art has been caught up in the excitement.

The iconic Police Box had landed sometime ago and is now joined by one of the doctors arch nemesis, the Daleks. 

 

Although this fellow does not seem as scary as those of the past. In fact he looks more like he is ready for a nice cup of tea and a chat. 

 

As with all works at the studio, the emphasis is always on fun and this installation is no different. This Dalek is far more inviting than intimidating and he even has his own steppingstone path so you can go up and have a closer look and get to know him better.

 

Each steppingstone depicts a different iconic picture of the series.

  Welcome.

 

Dalek.

 

TARDIS.

 

Cyberman.

 

Slavine.

Sontaran.

The Ood.

  

The fourth Doctor, Tom Baker.

The 1980 Doctor Who logo.

 

The irony of this installation it that Bruce himself does not follow the show, but it was the enthusiasm of his numerous grandchildren that swept him along in this venture and they are all thrilled to see the Dalek that now lives in Plompa's (As their grandfather is affectionately know.) garden.

 

So if you are driving into Strathalbyn along the Adelaide Rd, look in the garden of number 25 and give the Dalek a wave, or even drop in for a visit. I am sure he would love it.

Bruce would like to thank the following people.

Ray Wakefield:

For installing the TARDIS and stepping stones onto the site.

Greg Schultz:

For the use of his forklift to transport the Dalek from the studio to the site.

Brian Noble:

For making the TARDIS and for getting the project started.

Matt, from Panayraphix:

For the making of the stickers to go on the TARDIS.

Tim Faehrmann:

For building the frame of the Dalek.

Ali Mugford:

For the design and making of the steppingstones.

Linda Demasi:

For giving a large portion of her time and help on the Dalek itself.

To all 11 grandchildren:

For their inspiration and excitement for the project and having a Darlek in Plompa's garden.

And lastly and most importantly, to my wife Susan:

For giving me full rein on my creativity and coping with me.

All in all this was a team effort. 

Well done team!