Moore River Guilderton Western Australia

Location History

Moore River Guilderton 1hr north of Perth in Western Australia is a coastal destination known for its stunning river mouth. As the Moore River flows into the Indian Ocean, it creates a captivating scene where the river's fresh water mingles with the saltwater from the ocean. This river mouth is a hub of activity, attracting both locals and tourists alike. The mesmerizing contrast between the deep blue ocean and the calm, meandering river offers a unique and inviting atmosphere.

What it means to me

23 Years ago we were camping in the caravan park just of the river. I was planning on asking Helen to marry me and was super nervous, her parents were there. I had brought champagne and organised a party, however after coming back from the river all the alcohol and food was stolen and gone. After that It was ruined and didn’t go through with it.

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Hi, I'm Benn.

I’m a West Australian artist who grew up in Geraldton. Although I live in Perth now, I have a deep connection the Australian Land and the spirit and energy that reside there. I’m a great believer in tuning in to that energy which brings great revelation, healing and connectedness to the human soul.

I became a soldier in the army at the age of seventeen, I now feel it was more about being with the land than anything else, however it taught me one thing, attention to detail which I hope comes through in my work. My last career as an electronic Engineer is reflected in the technical aspects of my work, it has also created a sense of discovery into how different techniques and products can work together.

My journey to mixed-media.

I always knew deep down that being creative was in my blood in essence it is part of who I am. I was creating model scenery for my son, making trees and buildings. That led to a period of using wire as a medium experimenting with flattening it out into two dimensions. Using paper and other materials happened accidentally. My partner had a lot of unused scrapbook paper in the spare room, and I saw this as an opportunity for exploration. I started using these materials in unconventional ways. Through months of trial and error, I uncovered new ways to create beautiful pieces that I felt captured  and conveyed energy, emotion, and love. Although there were times I felt frustrated, or felt like giving up, the energy always drew me back in. So, I pursued it, and here we are.