Still Life

The painting a simple scene: a black candle, a deep brown vase, and a tiny terracotta cherub. Nothing’s been fussed over or arranged just so—they’re just sitting together, almost like you happened to glance at them on a shelf. The mood feels peaceful, almost meditative. What really stands out are the shapes and textures, each object quietly drawing your eye in its own way. The whole thing just works—balanced, calm, and easy to take in. If you look a little closer, you might notice how the cherub’s worn, earthen texture adds a sense of history to the group. There’s a gentle harmony in the way the objects relate to each other, each one distinct yet contributing to a shared sense of stillness. The arrangement invites you to pause and appreciate the beauty in ordinary things, to notice the subtle interplay of light and shadow, and to find a quiet moment of reflection amid the simplicity.

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Stan was born in Wangaratta but grew up in a suburb of Melbourne. With an interest in all forms of creative artwork since his childhood, Stan started drawing and painting early in his life. However, he knew early on in his life that painting would be a challenging future, and his need for steady pay motivated him to establish a career as a graphic designer.
Stan’s design career in the beginning was slow but steady, and he had initially worked for a number of design studios and advertising agencies before opening his own design studio several years later. He created products for clients from logos and stationery to brochures, packaging design to display design and production. Profitable and challenging, he thrived on the creativity with a financial benefit.
But in his free time, he would continue creating artwork in various media: oil and acrylic painting, watercolour painting, and even digital art. Much of this artwork he would either gift to a relative or friend or even sell to a few acquaintances.
While his design business remains healthy, his true love is the creation of art. His ambition to transition from graphic design to painting full-time is a step towards a hopeful, bright future in his later years.