This exhibition was born out of an interesting combo of circumstances; a love for the area, a passion for oil painting and a borderline out-of-the-blue decision to quit my job and live a little unhinged for a while. 

These paintings are all based around my childhood in Coonawarra and some of my favourite memories and locations. It felt natural to paint a series that was built around a subject I know so well (me lol). We only truly know what it’s like to live in our own shoes, so I guess this is my attempt of sharing my wonderful rural upbringing with you.

Viewing my work, you’ll notice I really enjoy paintings that look like they’re made of paint. I don’t enjoy fighting a medium and trying to make it what it’s not; I want to see brush strokes, colour variations and ‘imperfections’. For me, that’s what makes human-made art so special; it’s real, it’s made with two hands and loving hours and tears of frustration.

If you have an opportunity to visit Majella to see my art, please head along and take a look. It’s free entry, the staff at Majella are fantastic and you can taste the delicious wines on offer while you browse!

Thank you for being here, your support means the world,
R x