Somebody that I use to know

Somebody that I use to know, by Vanessa Maver was a finalist in the Art to Art Unearthed Art Prize 2024. The art prize show cases 26 selected finalists in a group show that are shortlisted from hundreds of art entries.

Capturing moments with found pottery, and fabrics and creating scenes of calmness and serenity. A refuge from the everyday craziness of life, Vanessa’s paintings are an escape to the ordinary. Peppered with items collected over time, passed down from family members, a gift from a friend, a plant nurtured by her mum. A way to celebrate the everyday moments of life and remind us that there is beauty in small things.

Somebody that I use to know, was created to capture those simple moments in time, like the pleasure of having a cup of tea with an old friend.

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Hello 👋
I'm Vanessa, a Melbourne based artist.

I am obsessed with plants, interiors and painting.

My work features an eclectic mix of found objects, textures and fabrics, to create compositions that are a toast to the everyday enjoyment of life.

Vanessa studied art and design but is mostly a self taught painter and has exhibited in group shows around Australia. A finalist in the Weswal Gallery 'Inty' Interior Art Prize 2024 and 2025, the Art to Art Unearthed Art Prize 2024 and 2023, and named Directors Choice winner at Aspire Gallery, 2022. Vanessa's work can be found at Artlovers Australia, Collingwood, online with Bluethumb art, and in a number of retail stores around Australia.

If you would like to know more about any artworks or my art practise, please get in touch.

Vanessa