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june 18 - july 5, 2008
by Linda Pickering
Linda Pickering’s new works review creative possibilities through the exploration of abstraction; within a finite number of basic elements there are an infinite number of possible outcomes.
Pickering initiates the work through computer design, allowing her to make quick changes and create intuitively. This contrasts with the studied evaluation required when a work is finally committed to her painting practice.
“I am interested in the creative process. Where conscious thought takes a back seat and allows intuition to take over. Ideas develop and then finally conscious effort is required to make the finished work.”
Luminous optical works, reminiscent of sixties psychedelic design are the outcome. Using retro shaped chairs as a vehicle, Pickering explores colour and pattern possibilities.
Linda Pickering completed a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts at RMIT University and this will be her fourth solo exhibition in Melbourne.
Recent paintings
by Sara Freeman
Sara Freeman recently undertook a residency at Schloss Haldenstein, Switzerland where she commenced this series of paintings during the northern hemisphere winter. These serene works reference the crumbling frescoes of Italy and the cool soft light of European winter.
The works use wax, egg tempera and pigments to create atmospheric abstractions, forming part of an ongoing investigation into the nature of such organic and time honoured materials.
Sara Freeman completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honors in Printmedia and Drawing at ANU School of Art in 2006 and would like to gratefully acknowledge the Kulturforderung, Kanton Graubunden, for the opportunity to complete the residency in Switzerland.
by Peter Jordan
It is appealing that something can look like a meaningless swirl of light and dark lines but can later, under different conditions, appear to be a tangible form.
“My work is about manifestations of the spirit. It is influenced by too many ideas to enumerate here, ideas from many different realms of life.”
“I am not interested in illustrating these ideas or influences; it is enough for them just to be in the background.”
Peter Jordan completed a Bachelor of Visual Arts with Honors at ANU School of Art in 1996 and would like to gratefully acknowledge the Kulturforderung, Kanton Graubunden, for the opportunity to undertake a residency in Switzerland. Jordan works part time as a lecturer at the Australian National University, Canberra.
opening night drinks
thursday june 19
5 - 7 pm
exhibition duration: june 18 - july 5, 2008