Curator Notes
“Australian television personality and producer, author, and renowned impressionist artist. Hagan’s masterpieces depict nostalgic scenes of tranquility and light.”
Collectable Artists
Collectable Artists
Handpicked by Bluethumb’s curators to showcase artists who’ve had success in major art prizes or in the collection of famous institutions.
If you are searching for the next Nolan, Namatjira, or Whiteley to invest in then Collectable Artists is Bluethumb’s most exclusive area, featuring works by highly renowned emerging and established Australian artists.
Awards
Naked & Nude Art Prize 2021
Curator Notes
“Known best for her portraits, which often incorporate elements of surrealism and photorealism, Loribelle has been a finalist in the Archibald Prize multiple times and won this year's Naked & Nude Art Prize.”
Awards
Archibald Prize Winner 2022
The Still Life Award 2021
The Kilgour Art Prize 2019
Curator Notes
“Award winning and groundbreaking artist with a style influenced by the study of graphic design and devoutly politicised per social justice.”
Notable Collections
National Gallery of Australia
National Museum of Australia
Curator Notes
“An award-winning contemporary realist artist whose figurative style depicts the beauty and complexity of people, life and objects.”
Kate Gradwell
Sydney and Lake Conjola
Curator Notes
“An Archibald finalist, esteemed scientist, and expressive colourist, Kate’s works capture the light and colour of the natural world.”
Jamie Preisz
Sydney, Australia
Curator Notes
“Archibald Packing Room Prize winner in 2018, and repeat finalist for prestigious awards including the Doug Moran Portrait Prize. Jamie works predominantly with painting and drawing, with a playful love of abstraction and realism.”
Curator Notes
“A four-time Archibald finalist exploring notions of beauty, gender and queer identity. Kim’s a rising star in the Australian art scene.”
Ron and Jennifer Marshall
Warwick, Queensland
Curator Notes
“A widely exhibited artist duo with the skills of Old Masters. Ron and Jennifer capture the spirit of our heroes with an unparalleled eye for detail.”
Joshua Miels
South Australia
Curator Notes
“Master of the impasto portrait, Miels captures the raw honesty of his subjects with a balance of strength and delicacy.”
Curator Notes
“Widely exhibited in Australia and internationally with work included in public, corporate and private collections. Michael is a painter, photographer and conservation framer, who creates bold yet soothing landscapes.”
