Marilyn is a Queensland artist whose work explores the connection between place, memory and community. Working across pastels, acrylics and oils, she is particularly drawn to historic buildings, rural landscapes and the stories embedded within them. Through her paintings she seeks to preserve local heritage and celebrate the character of regional Australia. Based in Childers, she is an active contributor to the local arts community and is currently the Treasurer of the Childers Visual Arts Group. She regularly exhibits her work throughout South East Qeensland.

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Bodies of work, grouped by theme

An image of a person standing on a beach looking out to the sunset. Image of a Terrier being hand fed. Image describes the scene in an old barber shop when a "bushie" comes to town. Man on horse jumping over cliff with stones flying.

Marilyn Murray - People

10 works

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Close up image of a ranunculus at the Toowoomba carnival of Flowers. Image of a war memorial with memorial cross and headstones in black and white with poppies representing new life. Image of a creek and small waterfall with overhanging gum trees. Image of a bed of pink poppies at Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

Marilyn Murray - Flowers and Trees

10 works

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View of a rocky outcrop in central Australia at sunset Three wind generators in a field Image of a war memorial with memorial cross and headstones in black and white with poppies representing new life. Rocky outcrop (Kata Tjuta) at sunrise

Marilyn Murray - Landscapes

24 works

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