~ Immersed in Nature ~
An exhibition of Drawings & Sculptures by
Darren Gilbert & Janet Matthews
8th – 29th October 2017
Meet the artists 2-4pm Sunday 8th October
Drawing demonstrations with Janet Matthews:
2-4pm Saturday 14 October & Sunday 29 October
An exhibition of two passionate artists captivated by the creatures & environment of the natural world. Janet Matthews & Darren Gilbert are not mere by-standers when it comes to capturing subject matter through their art… their mediums of pen & ink, pencil & sculpture are employed as a means to express their profound response to, and celebration of, the fascinating ‘details’ of nature.
Both Gilbert & Matthews seek to draw the viewer of their works to attention; to stop & appreciate the often unseen beauty of the world around us; a sensitive view through the eyes of those with heart & soul immersed in the wonder & magnificence of nature.
- Tearing Spiral Square 140x60x130 Metal
- Square Bowl 150x50x50 Metal & Copper
- Flat Fish Circle 140x60x130 Metal
- 3 Tree Stumps – Palm Cockatoo Fr:80x105cm Ink on Board
- Avocet Eggs – Circle Brush Stroke Fr:105x80cm Ink on Board
- Magpie in Flight Ink Fr:105x80cm Ink on Board
- ‘Let me Share’ Hummingbirds Fr:55x59cm
- Hummingbirds ‘What is she Saying’ Fr:46x59cm Pencil
- ‘Hmm all Mine’ Hummingbird Fr:47x48cm SOLD
- Wave 4 150x70x100cm Recycled Metal
- Grevillea Wall Art 110cm dia Metal SOLD
- Thorn Poles 180x40cm ea Recycled Metal & Copper
- Sugar Glider Fr:105x80cm SOLD
- Red-tailed Black Cockatoo Fr:105x80cm SOLD
- 3 Sticks – Circle Brush Stroke Fr:105x80cm Ink on Board
- ‘Its Nectar Time’ Hummingbirds Fr:50x55cm SOLD
- Hummingbirds ‘Hmm Nectar’ Fr:50x51cm SOLD
- Hummingbirds & Bees ‘Come-on this Way’ Fr:52x54xm Pencil
- Poppy Ring 140x60x130cm SOLD
- Pendant Sleeper 160x40x40cm Metal & Wood
- Grevillea Circle 140x60x130cm Metal
- Superb Fairy Wrens ‘Serenade’ Fr:50x51cm Pencil
- Poppy Sleeper 170x50x40cm Metal & Wood
- Monarch Butterflies ‘Taking a Moment’ Fr:70x56cm Pencil
- On the Wing’ Blue Argus & Zebra Fr:75x80cm Pencil
- Wing Sleeper Metal & Timber
- Blue Footed Boobies ‘Come-on lets Dance’ Fr:68x83cm SOLD
- ‘Walk this way’ Sally Lightfoot Crabs Fr:51x52cm Pencil
- Frigate Bird ‘Ready for Love’ Fr:62x66cm Pencil
- ‘Here I Come’ Marine Iguana Fr:51x55cm Pencil
Inspired by the birds & wild-life encountered on her recent travels to the Galapagos Islands & South America, Janet Matthews sets the focus of her superb pencil drawings on the fleeting moments of nature. Observations that can only be truly appreciated by waiting patiently as a silent witness, quietly absorbing the magical world of the exquisite creatures of these regions. Janet’s drawings highlight the jewel-like beauty of the diminutive birds & amazing animals which enthralled her; capturing the glorious displays of their unique habits & habitat.
A new drama is evident in the sought after pen & ink artworks of Darren Gilbert. The intricate detail of each hero subject juxtaposed with bold gestural brush-strokes – a striking tension emphasizing the fragility of our native bird-life & fauna. Darren’s artworks call us to action, to consider our connection with the environment, to take notice and care for that which is lost in the haste & visual ‘noise’ of our hectic lives. Once again Darren’s impressive sculptures will command the gallery floor-space with a huge presence. Contemporary outdoor wall-art featuring laser-cut designs, majestic engineered garden forms and all-manner of statement sculptural pieces created from salvaged objects, weathered timbers & rustic metal.
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