October 31, 2019
The Technical & Grotesque
The Technical & Grotesque explores works from select Bluethumb artists that paint with the technique and skill of the old masters. This curation takes a modern twist with old traditions of refined oil painting, typical of the masters these painters have multiple lays, most with dark underpaintings that highlight fine details. . Meet some of the modern masters in this selection of works.
Curated by Sarah Newton
About the Curator
Sarah Newton
Sarah Newton is an artist and curator based in Melbourne. Born in Perth, she completed a Bachelor of Arts from Edith Cowan University. In her undergraduate studies, Sarah focused on and developed her practice as a painter and printmaker. . In 2017 she moved to Victoria to complete her Masters' studies in Arts Management from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, she graduated with distinction in 2019. Sarah is an active member of the arts community in Melbourne, frequently visiting exhibitions and was a guest judge for Mission to Seafarers annual Art Prize in 2018.
