The Tide Is High

TheTideIsHigh is an archival quality large abstract acrylic painting on heavy-duty canvas. This interesting tsunami painting was conceived because I felt compelled to bring awareness. Environmental disasters are becoming more frequent and more violent yet there is little change from world leaders to slow climate change.
This painting was conceived after drawing a few small black Gel Pen drawings. The majority of my gel pen drawings are very abstract. I try to let my mind wonder as I search for shapes, patterns, and intriguing marks that can add to my repertoire of unique ideas. Often I combine completely different themes together in one artwork trying to find my own identity as an artist. And that is exactly what happened with my Tsunami drawings. I started with a running figure in the Keith Haring style. I came across Haring’s work while I was completing my Bachelor of Fine Arts at COFA and my fascination of his work has stayed. So I had a running figure, what should he be running from? The devasting Tsunami that hit Indonesia and Thailand is etched into my psyche and it came to the surface. Working with many artistic influences I created a very compelling abstract painting with many interesting focal points.
Influences: Japanese woodblocks, Brett Whiteley and Keith Haring and Thai style landscape art.

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Stuart Ian Currie's artistic odyssey unfolds across a vibrant canvas of creativity, weaving a tapestry of diverse expressions that range from whimsical fantasies to poignant landscapes. A journeyman of the arts, Stuart's path is a testament to his unwavering dedication and boundless passion for the craft.

Educated in both traditional and contemporary art forms, Stuart's body of work reflects a profound understanding of artistic expression and a relentless pursuit of self-discovery. From his early days as a precocious artist, Stuart demonstrated an innate talent for visual storytelling, his adolescence marked by a fascination with fantasy and anatomy that laid the groundwork for his later explorations.

Despite grappling with challenges such as dyslexia and colour blindness, Stuart's ardour for art remained undiminished, propelling him towards a lifelong quest for excellence. His journey led him to complete a Diploma of Fine Arts at Nepean TAFE in 2004 as a mature-age student, earning 11 distinctions, followed by a Bachelor of Fine Arts at COFA (UniNSW) in 2009, where he garnered an additional 8 distinctions.

Stuart's artistic footprint extends across private collections throughout Australia, with notable group exhibitions at esteemed venues such as TAP Art Gallery in 2022 and Blacktown Arts in 2012. Embracing opportunities to engage with diverse artistic communities, Stuart currently shares his expertise by teaching drawing and watercolour at Parramatta Community College. This symbiotic relationship not only broadens his artistic horizons but also fosters meaningful connections within the wider artistic ecosystem, a testament to his commitment to nurturing emerging talent.

Looking towards the future, Stuart remains steadfast in his commitment to artistic exploration and innovation. With each new endeavour, he delves deeper into the complexities of the human experience, seeking to inspire others through the transformative power of art. His works, imbued with narratives woven into every brushstroke, strive to create a dialogue that transcends boundaries and resonates with audiences on a profound level.