Melbourne Affordable Art Fair: Exhibiting Artists (Part 1)
There is under a month before the Affordable Art Fair transforms Melbourne’s ornate Royal Exhibition Building! As the excitement builds, we spotlight the artists exhibiting with Bluethumb at the upcoming art haven! Keep reading to discover part one of the talented lineup. Plus, shop Melbourne Affordable Art Fair: Artist Spotlight curation and grab a masterpiece ahead of the fair!
Amanda Rubenstein
Amanda Rubenstein is a full-time artist based in Canberra who has recently developed a keen interest in and affinity for still-life paintings. Her tablescapes often feature delectable fruits and vegetables chosen for their vibrant colours and distinctive shapes. Amanda’s works come to life through her use of sharp lines and her depiction of the interplay of light and shadows to create striking contrasts. She often incorporates folded cloth into her compositions, adding a sense of movement and vitality to the scenes.
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Brad Gunn
Melbourne-based sculptor Brad Gunn captivates with creations ranging from eye-catching characters to abstract forms. Brad’s Fuzzles series is more than just a collection of vibrant sculptures. It’s a journey back to childhood storybooks and morning cartoons, evoking nostalgia and exploring the values these characters imparted. One glance at these delightful creatures and the child within you yearns to play and explore!
See Brad’s sculptures in person during the Melbourne Affordable Art Fair in Booth #F9!
Carrie Matheson
Carrie Matheson is captivated by the colours and organic shapes found in the natural world. Her abstract artworks are not just visual expressions but also explorations of the psychological effects of negative space. Carrie skillfully uses negative space to create a sense of balance and harmony. Her diverse portfolio ranges from bold, bright pigments that energise a room to more subdued tones that offer a calming presence. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted to cater to various interior aesthetics and tastes.
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Charlie Nanos
Melbourne’s Charlie Nanos has been on a contrasting journey from tradesman to full-time artist over the past few years. A congenital heart condition diagnosed at 34 years old meant he had to give up his career, and thus, the art of healing began. Charlie is celebrated for its distinctive portrayal of Melbourne’s architecture. He skillfully captures the city’s essence, showcasing its famous buildings, trams, and charming Victorian-style homes in his unique artistic style.
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Eve Sellars
Eve Sellars is a full-time artist and painter who lives entirely off-grid in central Victoria with her husband and dogs on rambling untamed acreage. Her studio is nestled into the bush, surrounded by gum trees and a noisy population of birds, and overlooks the mountains and pasture adjacent to the Goulburn River. Eve’s art is a stylised and saturated reflection of her surrounding environment, where colours of the natural world are amplified and woven into familiar compositions reminiscent of simpler times and moments of happiness.
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Jen Shewring
Jen Shewring is a Melbourne-based contemporary artist known for her vibrant blooms and lush landscape artworks. With an abstract impressionist style, Jen skillfully curates her colour palettes to evoke and enhance feelings of joy and serenity. Her work is characterised by a rich blend of bright pastels, which she uses to craft tranquil and meditative pieces that invite viewers into a world of beauty and peace. Brimming with these soft, soothing hues, her home studio serves as both her creative sanctuary and a reflection of her artistic vision.
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Julie Lynch
Julie Lynch’s artistic journey began in her early years, driven by a profound passion for drawing, painting, and crafting. “I use a dramatic colour palette and bold graphic style, combined with impasto techniques and collage, to create a distinct and tactile visual language,” says Julie. Incorporating vintage and contemporary objects into her work, each carrying its unique story, she offers viewers a layered and textured experience.
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Discover these Bluethumb artists at the Affordable Art Fair, Booth C4, from Thursday, August 29th, to Sunday, September 1st!
