Auburn

Auburn

“Redheads might always be considered beautiful or barbaric, saintly or sinister. From Queen Elizabeth I to Sansa Stark, the history of red hair in visual culture carries with it tales of prejudice and desire.”
Symbolism of redheads by Sarah Dotson.

Painted from life, Madeleine’s incredible ankle length auburn red hair contrasts beautifully against her pale luminescent skin. Looking back through the history of painting, the redhaired beauty of the female nude has always been a constant muse. I have aimed to capture the essence of Madeleine as a contemporary muse, confident and alluring.

This painting was a 2021 finalist in the Manning regional Gallery 'Naked and Nude' art prize

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Awarded the Sir William Dobell scholarship by the Julian Ashton Art School in 2015, she completed her full time scholarship, receiving a diploma of Fine Art in 2016. Jessica has been selected as a finalist in several art awards and participated in select groups shows. Most recently Jessica was the winner of the Bluethumb Art Prize - still life category 2023.
With a previous career in fashion design and production, and with an emphasis on portraiture and still life, her knowledge and passion for fashion, design, and detail are woven into her artistic sense and subject matter, working collectively to inspire her work.