Terra Firma II is the second iteration of this popular group exhibition, which focuses on the unique landscape of Australia. Boom Gallery have selected a diverse range of artists from across Regional and Metro Victoria and New South Wales to respond to this concept and are delighted to be presenting this really beautiful show.
This time at Big Boom, Terra Firma II will feature: Andrea Shaw, Ellie Malin, Shelley McKenzie, Harley Manifold, Sally Stokes, Nick Dridan.
"End of Summer 2020, the exigent stench of bushfires filled the air. A few short weeks later, we were confining warily inside our homes. Our environment contracted to a limited 5km radius and ‘walks to nowhere’ around the neighbourhood became an everyday outing. Inspiration of my Australian landscape became singularly focused and centred on time spent outdoors and gazing out windows towards the horizon. Old terraces lined up as if to hold each other up, along densely populated streets, front yard foliage, a curious gum tree, scattering pink sunsets, it was these elements and moments from life that connected me with the landscape. For this work I swapped the etching press for a paintbrush to achieve more immediate results, laying out colours and shapes purposely revealing and concealing information beneath the surface." Ellie Malin.
‘Camellia’, acrylic painting on canvas board. Framed in Tasmanian oak. 71x56cm
For pre-sales and preview of Terra Firma II exhibition click here. Artworks can be purchased directly from the website. Due to the high demand for and interest in these works, we cannot hold or reserve. For International buyers please contact us directly to purchase.
Terra Firma II begins on Thursday 3rd December and runs until Wednesday 23rd December at Big Boom.
Boom Gallery, 11 Rutland St, Newtown, VIC 3220, Australia, 0419 410 252
‘Olive Tree’, acrylic painting on canvas board, framed in Tasmanian oak. 31x26cm