Carmine Connections

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Artwork Details

Medium Acrylic, Canvas, Ready to hang
Dimensions 220cm (W) x 150cm (H) x 3cm (D)
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Artwork Description

The fascinating life philosophy of carmine bee-eaters has captivated the artist's profound curiosity. Drawing inspiration from their remarkable behavioural traits, these birds have evolved into one of the most successful species on our planet.

The artist contemplates the tenacity displayed by carmine bee-eaters in caring for their family and the hundreds of members in their colony. This contemplation sparks deep reflections in Priya's mind. She perceives their innate drive to work diligently, demonstrated through the construction of deep, safe, and robust burrows. During the breeding season, their finesse is evident as they fly and swing swiftly and sharply. The ability to work in harmony within vast flocks, especially during natural calamities, showcases their cooperative spirit. Moreover, the adaptability of carmine bee-eaters, with male and female roles interchangeably switching between breeder and worker, is identified by Priya as the key to their species' growth.

Embracing the carmine bee-eater's ethos, Priya embarked on a Bali trip where she endeavored to mirror their virtues. This transformative practice led her to forge genuine connections with individuals from diverse corners of the globe, each on their unique journeys. The Bali trip unfolded as a resounding success, and Priya returned to her Australian home with an enriched heart full of gratitude and an expanded network of connections. She affectionately terms this enchanting practice "Carmine Connections."

Artist Bio

Step into the enchanting world of Priya Gore, where the extraordinary comes to life on canvas through animated depictions of birds and wildlife. Her paintings are a breathtaking symphony of color, vibrating with energy. Priya’s process of painting is like a joyous dance, each lyrical movement breathes life into the birds that are often the subject of her art.

Inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of the Australian wilderness, from tropical rainforests to diverse wildlife, Priya's heart carries the love for her homeland. As a slow-madic artist, she travels the globe with her family, viewing each journey as a source of inspiration. For Priya, the exploration of new cultures, art, history, and forging genuine connections with people enriches her artistic practice.

Believing that global unity, empathy, and peace are vital lessons, Priya sees her travels and varied residencies as integral to her daughter's education. Recent months spent on the islands of Bali and Java have left an indelible mark on her mind and soul, influencing the art that is unfolding from her easel.

Using the highest quality acrylic paints on premium canvas, Priya ensures the archival quality of her original paintings. When you gaze upon Priya Gore's magnificent creations, you can almost envision her before the canvas—brush in hand, applying each stroke with a graceful, flowing gesture, infusing her art with A Dash of Wilderness.

In 2023, Priya achieved recognition as a finalist in the David Shephard Wildlife Foundation's Wildlife Artist of the Year competition. Her presence in London's Mall Galleries during September showcased the finalist piece "Love. Light. Wren.," which claimed the third-place People's Choice Award among 125 artworks from around the globe. Priya's art, highly coveted, graces both private and public collections worldwide—Australia, USA, Germany, Japan, Singapore, and Brunei, among others.

Commissions

PRIYA's studio is in Brisbane, QLD