BLUE GNOME 1

With this work I have repurposed the cover illustration from the 1970s "Gnomes" book AND used a predominately blue palette to create a subtle, nocturnal effect.

The gnome has been screen printed in two shades of blue and his beard is hand painted in Titanium White.

I have recently enhanced this work with a handmade Victorian Ash floating frame .

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I am fascinated by discovering how images and paintings are actually made, particularly the traditional craft of oil painting but
I also like experimenting with different ways of making paintings which includes using digital technology and trying out alternative media.

My artwork often blends usually discrete subjects, idioms and genres and I am often drawn to subjects which had a powerful impact on my imagination when I was a kid.

I often employ "found" or rediscovered imagery and try to re-contextualise it. The goal is to make images that are conduits to an experience of resonance for the viewer.
I use professional quality paints, surfaces, mediums and varnishes to ensure the works are permanent and stable.

Bachelor of Fine Art (Painting) RMIT University