Portrait of woman "I need coffee"

“I need coffee” unfolds the narrative of subconscious translation of daily experiences into nuanced artistic expression. At first glance, the work mesmerizes with its striking contrast between vibrant orange and monochromatic shades of grey.
Born from a late-night studio session of experimental design, Manitzky was taken aback the following morning when she visited her beloved coffee shop where she seeks her daily brew. Her jaw dropped as she discovered her experimental design was plastered all over the coffee shop.
This serendipitous revelation emphasizes the profound impact of our everyday encounters and their power to shape and inspire our creative manifestations.

This artwork was carefully drawn with high quality pencils on the prestigious Magnani 1404 cold pressed fine art paper.

Professionally framed by Wide Bay Art Gallery, the frame is white with a custom matte. D hooks and wire attached to the back ready for your wall.

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Shanay Manitzky is an Australian figurative artist whose practice draws inspiration from personal experiences, reminiscent of an intimate “Dear diary”. Her recent works explore the relationship between people and objects, navigating the boundary between the real and surreal.

Manitzky completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Whitecliffe College of Fine Arts & Design, Auckland, NZ in 2013 and a Graduate Diploma of Teaching at University of Auckland in 2014.
She currently teaches Visual Arts & Dance at Aldridge SHS, Maryborough as well as running artist workshops for the Fraser Coast Regional Council.

Manitzky has exhibited her work at numerous galleries including Aspire Gallery, Brisbane, Gatakers Art Space, Maryborough, Art Lovers Australia, Melbourne and Pearce Gallery, NZ.

Manitzky recently won the drawing section in the Aspects Art Show, Goondiwindi (2023), a finalist in the Omnia Art Prize, Melbourne (2024) and the Bluethumb Art Prize (2023, 2022).

Manitzky has been commissioned by the Fraser Coast Regional Council to produce permanent artworks for the Maryborough, QLD.

Shanay Manitzky is represented by Aspire Gallery, Brisbane.