AS SEEN ON 'THE BLOCK' CHANNEL 9 2020
FEATURED ARTIST ON 'HOUSE RULES' HIGH STAKES CHANNEL 7 2020
"I have a desire to paint a colourful world from which emanates joy, contentment and happiness.
My art is created to reveal my innermost feelings, a world without fear and each of my artworks is unique and I strive for this in every piece.
I have a great love of my country and its beautiful landscapes and uniqueness. Covering my landscapes in abstract flowers & trees in many of my works represents beauty in life and pleasure in the visual.
I also have a great love of mid century style, art and architecture and there are many of these influences in my art".
Virginia is a renowned artist whose artistic journey has traversed both the lens and the canvas & she has quietly made her mark in the world of contemporary art, showcasing a remarkable artistic evolution.
Born to a nuclear scientist father and an opera-singing librarian mother, Virginia's childhood in the picturesque Blue Mountains of New South Wales instilled in her an insatiable thirst for adventure and a profound appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us. This innate curiosity led her on a path to become a distinguished professional press photographer, where she honed her craft for over 15 years, amassing numerous awards along the way.
In 2020, Virginia's talent and artistry were showcased on the small screen as she left her indelible mark on the popular television series "The Block" on Channel 9 and as a featured artist on Channel 7's "House Rules: High Stakes."
Transitioning from her successful career in photography, Virginia turned her creative gaze to abstract painting. Inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of her Gold Coast home in Queensland, 13 years living in inner city Melbourne, as well as her childhood home and travels, Virginia's acrylic on canvas abstract & surrealist creations beautifully encapsulate the unique essence of Australia's terrain, from the snow-covered mountains to the enchanting coastlines and the spiritual allure of the outback. Her works also bear traces of her extensive travels abroad, enriching her artistry with diverse global influences.
Virginia's artistry has graced numerous prestigious exhibitions, including the 2021 Loud & Luminous Equality Exhibition at POP Gallery Fortitude Valley in Brisbane and the 2020 Loud & Luminous Exhibition in Canberra, ACT, where her portrait found a permanent place in a book in the National Library of Australia. Her artistic prowess has garnered her finalist positions in esteemed art prizes such as the Art Lovers Australia 2020 and 2021 Art Prize, the Bluethumb Art Prize 2021, and the Bluethumb Art Prize 2022.
Two of her artworks have been selected for the Brisbane Rotary Art Show 2024.
Her photographic journey is illustrious, marked by two Australian Nikon Press Photography Awards and a Hurley Press Photography Award. Throughout her career, she lent her creative vision to renowned publications, including The Australian Financial Review, The Sun-Herald, BRW Magazine, and Getty Images, capturing news, social events, and portraits with unwavering expertise.
Virginia's artistic portfolio is a testament to her versatility, featuring a rich array of subjects that evoke emotion and fascination.
With a passion for treasuring natures beauty, she invites you to explore her evocative works which emanate visual enchantment, a testament to her boundless creativity.
An Award Winning Photographer for Fairfax Newspapers & Magazines for 10 years, Virginia was a senior press photographer for over 15 years:
*The Australian Financial Review Newspaper – Senior Photographer News, Studio and Portraits
*The Sun-Herald Newspaper – News & Events Photographer
*Shares Magazine – Photographic Editor & Chief Photographer
*Fairfax Annual Report – Photographic Editor & Chief Photographer 2000-2005
*BRW Magazine – Senior Photographer
*Personal Investor Magazine – Senior Photographer
*Sun Weekly Newspaper Central Coast - Photographer
*Coasting Magazine - Photographer
*Getty Images Photographer
*Weddings
*Portrait Commissions
Awards:
2 x Nikon Australian Press Photography Awards
Hurley Australian Press Photography Award
2021 Loud & Luminous Equality Exhibition, POP Gallery Fortitude Valley Brisbane
2020 Exhibiting in Loud & Luminous Exhibition in Canberra ACT..
Portrait in the 2020 Loud & Luminous book in the National Library Of Australia Canberra
Finalist in Art Lovers Australia 2020 Art Prize.
Finalist in Art Lovers Australia 2021 Art Prize.
Finalist in Bluethumb Art Prize 2021.
Finalist in Bluethumb Art Prize 2022.
Brisbane Rotary Art Show 2024 - Two artworks selected.