Brisbane Portrait Prize Finalist
This year I painted Dean Merlo the founder of Merlo Coffee for the BPP and was very delighted when the painting was accepted into the final exhibition….
The Guide Artists Magazine Issue 38
I received my copy of The Guide Artists Magazine for October featuring 10 pages of my work really beautifully presented. I know we do most of our reading online now but there’s something special still about hard copy - particularly the feel of a good quality magazine! Thanks so much @theguideartists 🙏
Interview with 'ArtistsCan'
I was recently interviewed by Elizabeth Barden from ArtistsCan. Elizabeth has reached out to artists all over the world to give us a little insight into their art practice. You can read my interview here
The Liberation of Eve
‘The Liberation of Eve’ is showing at Flinderslane Gallery in Melbourne as part of the internationally curated exhibition ‘Storytellers’ 31st March - 24th April. Due to the current restrictions the exhibition is online via a virtual tour.
I’m very grateful to @poetsartists @eschmidt3400 and @flinderslanegallery for curating my work with such wonderfully talented Australian and international artists!
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Contact the gallery for more details….
“The biblical story of Adam and Eve has shaped western societies perception of the roles and interaction of men and women for centuries. From the outset Eve is represented as subservient to Adam (his helper) and after they partake of the forbidden fruit, she became known as the source of original sin, responsible for all the misfortunes suffered by mankind.
The portrayal of Eve’s nature in the book of Genesis is one of a gullible, morally weak, disobedient, untrustworthy, seductress. Unfortunately, this characterisation has been insinuated so deeply into our culture that both men and women, consciously or unconsciously, believe it to be the natural condition of women.
Given the intimate, historical connection between law and religion, the story of Eve and other biblical text has provided men with the rationale and reason to curtail and limit not only women’s legal rights but also their social, sexual, religious, political, and economic freedom.
The current ongoing struggle for gender equality and empowerment of women is both inspiring and daunting. I can’t help but wonder what our society would look like if the bible had been written by a prophetically inspired female? ”
So thrilled - 'Essence' is exhibiting in Denver, Colorado!
My painting ‘Essence’ has been accepted into the ‘Contemporary Realism’ exhibition being held by Gallery 1261 in Denver Colorado! I am beyond thrilled to be selected and to be exhibiting with artists that I have admired for many years!! The exhibition opens on the 14th December (14th - 28th Dec) so if you’re in the area it’s sure to be a worthy visit. So wish I could be there to see all the wonderful paintings in person
“Contemporary Realism can be described as a straightforward approach to representation; it continues to be widely practiced in the contemporary post-abstract era. Realism within this exhibition is depicted in varying degrees, from hyper-real, which can be somewhat exaggerated, ironic and conceptual in its nature, to semi-abstract, enticing the eye with a more relaxed approach—each artist brings their own ideas and perspective to the table…..” Gallery 1261
Participating artists:
Daud Akhriev, Michael Bergt, Daniel Bilmes, Gregory Block, David Cheifetz, Robin Cole, Jennes Cortez, Valerio D'Ospina, Teresa Elliott, Zoey Frank, Scott Fraser, Patrick Kramer , Grant Gilsdorf, Tanja Gant, Nick Leibee, Jeff Legg, Susan Lyon, Stephen Mangum, Alexandra Manukyan, Joseph McGurl, Eloy Morales, Renato Muccillo, Patrick Nevins, Judith Peck, Sara Scribner, Daniel Sprick, Adrienne Stein, Anthony Waichulis, Jason Walker, Fred Wessel, Anne-Marie Zanetti, Elizabeth Zanzinger
Sneak Peak of the current issue of PoetsArtists Magazine
My painting “The Longing” has been included in the latest issue of PoetsArtists Magazine issue #106 published by Didi Menendez of Goss183 . The publication, edited and curated by Lorena Kloosterboer, features works from artists satisfying the theme ‘Provocative Patterns’. It’s a wonderful curation and if you’d like to see some really excellent pieces of work the magazine can be purchased here
Hong Kong Art Fair 2019
Earlier this year I was delighted that one of my mandarin paintings was being used to advertise the Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair. They did a wonderful job putting together the ads and really managed to make my mandarin feature so I’m very grateful. The exposure lead to a record number of sales for me and I had a fabulous time spotting large versions of my work hanging around Hong Kong!
Unveiling and Finalist in BNEPortraitPrize
So pleased to finally share my portrait -
‘Scott’
104cm x 69cm
Oil on linen
I had the pleasure of spending time with Scott Hutchinson (4th generation Hutchinson Builders) after being introduced to Scott as a sitter for the Brisbane Portrait Prize. Scott very generously met with me numerous times and I then spent the next couple of months trying to capture my impressions on canvas. Unbeknown to Scott his friend Don O’Rorke had also commissioned the portrait as a surprise for Scott’s birthday.
Unveiling the portrait last night was a really positive and enjoyable event with both Scott and Don seeing the portrait for the first time.
Amongst the MANY goals I had for this portrait I wanted to capture Scott’s ‘distracted’ gaze and was very encouraged when both Scott and Don, unprompted, validated my achievement. As an artist this confirmation is extremely rewarding and encouraging!
To add to my gratitude I found out yesterday that the piece has been selected as a finalist in the inaugural Brisbane Portrait Prize!! The exhibition will hang at the Powerhouse from the 30th Sep to 31st Oct
Finalist for the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize 2018
I am still feeling very grateful for my selection as a finalist in the DMNPP 2018 and thought I would share some progress shots of the painting.
This piece, ‘Hidden Rooms of Memory Welcome Me’, is the outcome of a concept currently consuming me. The idea of delving into our past experiences to attain personal insight and healing has forever intrigued me and as my youngest daughter, Bec, leaves behind her teen years my own fragile and tumultuous memories of this era fight for my attention. These portraits are styled with a 1970/80’s wallpaper landscape as reference to the appropriate period. I have completed numerous works in this series and will continue to do so as a means of giving voice, power and hopefully healing to my own youthful experiences. I truly believe even the most painful experiences can be transformed into something beautiful and meaningful.
Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair 2018
A couple of my pieces are heading to the Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair 2018 between the 18th - 20th May. Thanks again to the Lethbridge Gallery! If you happen to be in Hong Kong do drop in...
Feature in French Art Magazine March 2018
French Magazine Feature
Read MoreFructuous Exhibition Opening Photos
Photos from the opening event - Fructuous
Read MoreNothing more wonderful than a thrilled client!!
I received an email this week from a client in Santa Fe, New Mexico who wanted me to know how much she loved her Mandarin painting - hanging proudly in the kitchen of her beautiful home! This type of feedback is what makes the long, solitary hours SO worth it!
If you have a piece of my work hanging in your home/office etc I would love to receive a photo of it in situ!
Limited Edition Release!
Limited editions of 100 are now available for 3 of my paintings! If you are interested in acquiring one just go to my website and click on the store tab...
I have limited the size options at this stage so if you have a preferred size or you want it printed on a different product just let me know - easy!
