The Art of Synchronicity

It was date night last night.  And because it was my turn to choose, I took my partner Ben to a special performance called Synchronicity at Deer Crossing, The Art Farm.  I had a bit of a challenge explaining where we were going and what we’d be doing, but Ben seemed agreeable, especially when I promised sushi first at Nagomi Sushi in Lower Gibsons.

It was a lovely evening, and as we drove past Langdale, I was excited to be doing something different, experiencing something new.  I’d read a little about Synchronicity on the Art Farm’s website – just enough to get my curiosity up… “Nicknamed “cirque in the forest”, Synchronicity will be a visual and participation based performance that takes the viewer through various stages situated on the property. The guided experience won’t be one to miss. Aside from the main event there will be food, drink, artist’s market, and craft/colouring stations!”

As we pulled into The Art Farm I was blown away by the beauty of the property.  My imagination started to run wild with ideas, and I could see with anticipation and admiration that Chad and Sandy’s dreams were very much becoming a reality thanks to hard work, courage, and a supportive community of friends and advisors.

The performance began and we were guided to pick a mask and put it on being told it would help us ‘see more possibilities’ and be open to the experience.  I’d loved my mask and wanted to keep it.  I thought Ben looked like a gargoyle.

The acting, music, costumes and of course venue was amazing.  Without giving too much away… I appreciated the guided experience and enjoyed the tour of The Art Farm all at the same time.

The visionary in me thinks of the Illuminares Lantern Procession (formerly the Trout Lake Lantern Festival) and wonders if one day Synchronicity will grow to become a destination event for the Sunshine Coast with crafting camps the week prior so people like me can learn to make my own super-cool mask.

Perhaps we’re getting to the place where we can create a Sunshine Coast Arts & Culture Passport for the season where tourist and guests purchase one passport and can attend a number of events including the Fibre Arts Festival (I’m still optimistic it will return!), the Writers’ Festival, Synchronicity, the Art Crawl, ArtWave, and more!

Here’s to people like the Deer Crossing Art Farm.  Hat’s off (or should I say masks) to you for your creativity, courage and leadership.  Our community is a better place for having you here.  Thank you, and well done!