LWS0042023.

Other Media, Paper, Framed by Artist

32cm (W) x 46cm (H) x 3cm (D)

Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A$380

Artwork Description

In addition to preferring oil pastels for their creaminess and texture, Rebecca also sees drawing as a deeply personal and introspective activity. For her, portrait drawings are not necessarily about capturing the sitter's likeness, but rather a reflection of her own emotions and thoughts in that moment. In a sense, every portrait is a self-portrait, as it reveals something about Rebecca's inner world at the time of creation.

For Rebecca, each piece of art is like a journal entry to her mind, capturing her thoughts and feelings in a tangible form. She finds a sense of comfort in being able to express herself through her art, using it as a way to process her experiences and emotions. By creating art with oil pastels, she is able to fully immerse herself in the creative process, using her fingers to blend and manipulate the materials to her liking. This physical engagement with the art-making process helps to further connect her with her inner thoughts and feelings.

Overall, Rebecca's art is a reflection of her own inner world and a way for her to express herself in a deeply personal and intimate way. Each piece is a unique snapshot of her thoughts and emotions at a particular moment in time, revealing something about herself and her journey through life.

Signed on front with certificate of authenticity.

Artist Bio

Contemporary Minimalist | From Gestural Studies to Masterworks

​About the Artist:
​Rebecca Wing Sze Lam is a Brisbane-based contemporary artist whose work is a refined exploration of subconscious intuition and primordial form. Known for her reclusive and deeply focused studio practice, Rebecca’s art serves as a silent conduit between the artist’s inner landscape and the collector’s space.
​While her premier, large-scale masterworks on museum-grade linen are represented via 1stDibs, her presence on Bluethumb offers collectors an exclusive look into her Formative Series and Experimental Gestural Studies. These works on canvas and paper capture the raw, energetic origins of her minimalist style.
​Rebecca’s work is held in private collections globally and is featured in prominent public installations, including the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. Her practice continues to evolve, prioritizing archival integrity, emotive depth, and the sophisticated beauty of the unspoken mark.