Elements

Elements is a conceptual artwork, representing the two opposites, fire and water.
I have to confess that for many years, I was one of those people who never quite "got" the 'Colour Field,' artworks that often take pride of place in galleries. Mostly painted on huge canvases with no real content to speak of, the artist concentrating mainly on colour and texture .
A few years ago, I was encouraged to look into this style of art and I have to say that I think it's quite misunderstood. Appearing simple, until you actually have a go at creating a piece, only to realise it's quite the opposite. I am currently in the process of painting a series in this style and am thoroughly enjoying the challenge. Realizing that not all homes have large wall spaces, I have purposely chosen small to mid sized canvases, whose content relate to one another. Although not huge pieces, I think can still make a contemporary space pop!
This piece compliments 'Connections,' pictured together in gallery.

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Cathy Gilday views art as a powerful form of personal expression, allowing her to convey her emotions through her work. Although she acknowledges that this process can be confronting, Cathy finds it incredibly liberating to create art that is both honest and heartfelt. She embraces a wide range of mediums, always remaining open to new techniques and materials as she explores the creative process.

Her painting sessions are often immersive, with Cathy losing herself in the act of creation. For her, time becomes irrelevant as she allows each piece to unfold naturally. She believes that art should never be rushed or forced; instead, it should evolve at its own pace, guided by intuition and feeling.

Cathy's artwork is featured in private collections across the globe, including in Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Scotland, Switzerland, the UK, and the USA. Additionally, her creations have been showcased in Australian productions such as *The Bureau of Magical Things* and the 2023 ABC series *In Limbo*.

Throughout her career, Cathy has generously donated many of her pieces to support various charitable causes. These include the Leukemia Foundation, the Breast Cancer Foundation, Save Lives Donate Organs Inc., IWaG I Want a Greyhound Inc., Greyhound Rehoming, and the Incognito nonprofit organization.