Release

"Release"

When you've been holding on for so long that letting go becomes its own kind of freedom.

This artwork is inspired by letting go of the thoughts, emotions, expectations and weight we carry, often without realising how tightly we've been holding on.

For me, this work marks a shift towards accepting who I am. For a long time, I held onto a version of myself because I was afraid of who I'd be without it. As I've come to understand myself more, I've found moments where I’m beginning to accept who I am. I don't always live in that space, but I know what it feels like.

Finished in oak float frame, “Release” is an original abstract painting that invites a sense of calm, reflection and openness.

Dimensions – 160 cm(w) x 140cm (h) x 4cm (d)
Framed dimensions – 164cm (w) x 144cm (h) x 6cm (d)
Ready to hang

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Tom Orrin is an Adelaide-based artist whose work is a deeply personal expression of creativity and emotion. Naturally shy and reserved, Tom often found it difficult to express himself in words, and art became his outlet—a place where he could communicate freely in a world where he felt he didn’t quite fit. From doodling in schoolbooks to exploring graffiti in his teenage years, the vibrant layers and colours of urban walls sparked his fascination with texture and experimentation. After stepping away from art for a few years while pursuing a career in house painting, Tom returned to his practice with renewed passion and vision. Over the last decade, he has developed a distinctive abstract style, drawing inspiration from old exposed brick, layered surfaces, and his instinctive creative nature. Each artwork he creates carries a unique emotional resonance, reflecting his journey of self-expression and continual artistic evolution.