Somewhere, Once

Somewhere, Once comes from a place of emotional restraint. The feeling of holding things close, allowing them to move through you without always needing to give them a name. There is something about the way we experience emotion that can be difficult to put into words, yet still leave a lasting sense of familiarity.

Inspired by the weathered surfaces and layered graffiti walls, this painting became an exploration of what can be expressed through very little.

Built through restraint, subtle movement and layers of feeling, Somewhere, Once sits somewhere between what is held and what is allowed to flow.

Dimensions – 120cm (w) x 130cm (h) x 5cm (d)
Framed dimensions – 124cm (w) x 134cm (h) x 6cm (d)

Framed in white, ready to hang
Signed certificate of authenticity

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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.