Got Art 2013 - Annual Group Show

This year's 'Got Art' Annual Christmas show at View Point Gallery will include a number of my prints/etchings.  The show opens on Sunday, 15 December from 4-6pm and runs until 24 December.  View Point Gallery, 13 View Point, Bendigo.

Anatomy Exhibition, View Point Gallery, Bendigo

Interview for Anatomy Exhibition, View Point Gallery, Bendigo

This weekend we're featuring Shelley Hall for our Artist Spotlight - one of the artists exhibiting in the current show, Anatomy. I really enjoy Shelley's style, especially her oil works. Be sure to pop in before the 24th of May to check out Shelley's work.

Shelley Hall's Artist Book, currently exhibited at View Point Gallery

Tell us a little about your artistic journey...
I have been an artist ever since I can remember.  As a young girl I spent most of my time painting and drawing.  I became serious about my art practice about 13 years ago when I was in a position to dedicate more time to painting and haven’t looked back.

What inspires you?
Life, nature, colour, movement, freedom, other artists.

Shelley Hall's Memento Mori

What are the main medium(s) that you work in?
I work primarily in oil painting, but also drawing, printmaking and occasionally sculpture. 

How would you describe your work?
My work is very diverse and is constantly evolving.  Essentially it explores the themes of nature, spirituality and femininity.  

Shelley Hall's John Getting Dressed

Tell us about the specific pieces submitted for 'Anatomy' at View Point Gallery
The two paintings address the issue of mortality and are a reminder of the importance of living in the moment.  The Artist’s book was created from a meditation on the landscape.  It includes poetry and drawings of found objects such as bone, dead leaves and flowers.  The naked female figure sitting beside a river in the landscape symbolises that we are all one with nature, life and death.  The choice of handmade paper represents impermanence and transience.

What are you working on currently?
At this stage, I am continuing to respond to the landscape.  I am also considering introducing the figure and other elements into the paintings.

Memento Mori

Anatomy Group Exhibition

I will be exhibiting in an upcoming group show on the theme of Anatomy at View Point Gallery from 10-24 May.  Included in the show are two recent works and one new painting.  View Point Gallery is located at 13 View Point, Bendigo (upstairs, opposite the fountain).

 



Open Studio

Thanks to everyone that came along and visited our studio during the Castlemaine State Festival.  The week was a great success with over 200 visitors.  For those that couldn't make it, photos of the show can be found on my website.

Castlemaine State Festival 2013

As part of the Castlemaine State Festival, we will be opening our studios on 16-24 March.  For more information visit www.castlemainefestival.com.au.