Aarwun Gallery | Artists

Melissa Barber , David Boyd, Robert Dickerson, Geoff Dyer, Gail Rutland Gillard, Pro Hart, Ted Lewis, Evan Mackley, Max Mannix, Amanda McLean, Melanie Miller, Velia Newman, Jan Stapleton, Glen Vause, Mark Waller, Maynard Waters, Rick Youmans,

			Melissa Barber Melissa Barber, born in Sydney, NSW 1968, is an artist of considerable talent. Barber's bright and vibrant large canvases of poppies, landscapes and fauna have become highly sought after due to their decorative but sophisticated appeal. The use of vivid colour and built up texture combined with an intuitive handling of space make her works reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints and screens. Barber is an artist who we shall hear more about in the near future.
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			David Boyd David Boyd, is a world class Australian artist whose work always causes a definite emotional reaction from the public.David Boyd, was born in Murrumbeena, Victoria 1924. As the brother of Arthur, David Boyd represents an entire generation of remarkable creativity. Boyd's more recent superb Europa series has scenes of children at play in the Australian bush and waters edge with beautiful wombats, cockatoos and fruit laden apple trees. The colourful and delightful music series, highlights the creativity of this distinguished artist.
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			Robert Dickerson Robert Dickerson is a renowned Australian artist who began painting seriously in 1950 after a colourful life as a professional boxer and the RAAF. His monumentally conceived two dimensional drawings of figures attain notable stylistic simplicity. Their haunted look is extenuated by the surrounding empty spaces. Dickerson has held over 100 solo exhibitions and received a number of prestigious awards. Dickerson's paintings have a distinct look and feel and his works are highly sought after.
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			Geoff Dyer Geoff Dyer is one of Australia's most respected and collected contemporary landscape artists. Having been selected ten years consecutively for the prestigious Wynne, Archibald and Sulman prize exhibitions, Dyer won The Archibald in 2003. Inspired by his local Tasmanian environment, Dyer is devoted to the west coast landscape which he depicts with an ethereal edge.
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			Gail Rutland Gillard Gail has over 30 years of experience and is widely known for her experimentation of mediums to create her own unique style. Her art pieces use rich colour, texture and flowing forms to create her landscapes, figures, abstracts and floral works. Gail has won numerous awards and her works can be found in many private and corporate collections in Australia and overseas.
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			Pro Hart Pro Hart is a painter internationally renowned for his vibrant bush scenes, mine scapes, insects and figurative works. He is influenced by the landscape he grew up in - Menindee and Broken Hill. His art reflects the character of Australia, with vast outbacks, harsh landscapes and deep silence, the long white sandy beaches and city people at work. Nicknamed Pro - a symbol of his remarkable talent - his first exhibition was a sellout. Since then Pro Hart has exhibited all over the world in cities such as London, New York, Paris, and Tokyo.
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			Ted Lewis Ted Lewis is renowned for his interpretation of Australia's striking bush, Sydney's beaches, and harbour areas. Ted's use of colour and movement captivates an outstanding style, as some of his works are reminiscent of the Heidelberg school in the 1800s. Recently Ted has expresses his contemporary side with vibrant colours from recent painting trips to central Australia. As a prize-winner in several major exhibitions, his works are a sound investment in art. Ted's works are found in collections around Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Norway, New Zealand and Asia.
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			Evan Mackley Evan Mackley was born in 1940 and lives in Victoria. He paints in a bold impressionistic style that uses bright, vibrant colour. His subject matter varies from sailing scenes to landscapes and flowers. His works are collected nationally and internationally.
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			Max Mannix Max Mannix has been schooled in the Australian bush. His bright, vivid, depiction of characters in country Australia reflect his connection with his subject. Every painting has a story or “yarn” and is outback life presented in a light-hearted way.
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			Amanda McLean Amanda McLean resides in the outskirts of the ACT and has been described as” One of Australia’s leading pastellists”. Her work is traditional in style although she works in various mediums it is her knowledge of pastel that has gained her most recognition. She has been described as a..”master pastellist.” And is keenly collected nationally and internationally.
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			Melanie Miller Melanie Miller in front of one of her favourite pieces " On Looking Thro' " A soul born of Africa, Melanie Miller's Influences and background are an important factor in her work. With the use of vibrant colour, varied textures, mixed media juxtapose, and an unusual talent Melanie creates powerful abstract images.
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			Velia Newman Born in Australia 1969, Velia started painting at the age of nine. Largely self taught, her vibrant, bold, thick textured work gives a feeling of spontaneity, raw energy and emotion. She is exhibited in galleries nationally and internationally.
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			Jan Stapleton Born in 1950 Jan has worked in various mediums and explored a variety of subject matter. Current her works explore spiritual connections with the landscape. She is represented in numerous private collections in Australia and overseas and has exhibited extensively.
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			Glen Vause Glen Vause has been painting and drawing from an early age. He is extensively exhibited and has won many prizes including the esteemed Waterhouse Natural History Art Prize and the Country Energy Landscape Prize where he was a finalist for both awards and has been a finalist for both of these awards for the last four years running.
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			Mark Waller Born in 1963, Mark has been drawing since he could hold a pencil. He has been creating art professionally for many years, working primarily with acrylics although he can work with a number of mediums. His subject matter varies from landscapes, seascapes, angels, to anything that inspires him. He has a won a number of awards and has pieces being held in the collections of Bill Clinton and Mayor Rudolf Guilliani.
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			Maynard Waters Born in Sydney in 1936, he has always had the desire to paint. He has a reputation for sell out exhibitions and has exhibited both nationally and internationally, His works can be found in private and institutional collections. He is also represented in several publications.
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			Rick Youmans Rick Youmans is a painter of vast contemporary landscapes, seascapes and figures creating subtle yet vibrant scenes. His seascapes represent a journey into the excitement, colour, drama, serenity, and seductiveness of the sea. Rick's exciting and energetic style, grabs your attention, and will strike a chord.
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