Jill Bond

In Living Colour

23 July - 3 August 2025

Opening Night

Friday 25 July | 6 - 8 pm

G2

Artist Statement

For many years, Jill Bond has been inspired by the vibrant colours and shifting light found in the landscapes where she has lived and worked. Bond’s painting practice is deeply rooted in a love for the natural world, especially the unique beauty of the Australian landscape. Influenced by the Impressionists, she strives to capture fleeting moments of light and atmosphere, whether in broad sweeping landscapes or in the quiet simplicity of still life.

Light and the way it plays with colour and shadow is a central theme in her work. Even in her still life paintings, she is drawn to the subtle ways light can shape mood and form. Bond is  also constantly exploring new mediums and techniques, enjoying the process of discovery as she experiments with ways to combine materials and textures.

For Bond, painting is a way of connecting more deeply with the world around her, a way of seeing, feeling, and sharing the beauty that often goes unnoticed.

Artist Biography

Born in Loxton, Jill Bond developed a deep appreciation for the evocative landscapes of the Murray Mallee, characterized by gnarled red gums, vibrant orange soils, pale green saltbush, and expansive blue skies. After studying ceramics at the Adelaide School of Art, she ventured into the outback, working as a jillaroo and governess across Northern South Australia, Western New South Wales, and Queensland.

Bondl's artwork is marked by vibrant colours and diverse mediums that capture the essence of her subjects. Her personal style resonates with art enthusiasts nationwide, leading to numerous joint and solo exhibitions in South Australia and Victoria.

Relocating to Melbourne in the mid-1990s, she embraced pastel as her primary medium, co-founding the Harlequin Pastelists. Jill showcased her work at prominent events such as the Camberwell Rotary Art Show , Victoria and the Victor Harbour Rotary Art Show in South Australia. 

Bond's experiences in the outback and the breathtaking beauty of the Australian landscape along with coastal dunes have profoundly influenced her art. Now back in Loxton, residing along the River Murray, she draws inspiration from the area's vibrant colours and patterns, continually exploring various mediums and styles. Recently retired from her role as a Dementia Specialist Advisor, Jill is now dedicated to painting full-time, allowing her to delve deeper into her .

This project was made possible by the Australian Government's Regional Arts Fund, which supports the arts in regional and remote Australia.

Contact
Phone : (03) 9482 3550
mail@redgallery.com.au

Address
157 St Georges Rd
Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
Map

How to get here
Tram: Route 11
Stop 21 just north of Edinburgh Gardens

Melway Ref: 30B12
Parking in nearby streets

Bus: 504 (Reid Street)