The exterior of Maitland Library

Walls that Talk

Project Status

Current

About Walls that Talk

Walls that Talk is a place activation initiative that displays images on the front wall of Maitland Library for the whole community to enjoy and experience.​​​​​​

Current Exhibition

Fletcher's Flowers

William Fletcher grew up in Bellbird in the Hunter Valley, a town marked by the legacy of the 1923 mine disaster. From this backdrop, he developed a keen eye for the shapes, colours and textures of the natural world.

Fletcher became known for his bold gouache and watercolour paintings of Australian native plants. His artworks highlight the intricate details of flowers, from the delicate wild iris to the hardy grevillea, celebrating their beauty and resilience.

Fletcher’s Flowers brings together a selection of these striking works, inviting us to look closely at the plants that colour our landscapes and to see them as Fletcher did: alive with character, history and connection to place.

Previous Exhibition

View past exhibition images and information at the Maitland Libraries website.