Monochrome Memories

Exhibition at Dudley House

Whether you are drawn to the Australian bush, amazed by intricate patterns in nature or vibe to an 80's soundtrack, this exhibition is for you.

In this captivating exhibition, our monochromatic creations become a canvas for shared childhood memories, sparking a sense of wonder and nostalgia.

Venue:

Dudley House,

View Street, Bendigo

Launch Event:

Thursday 18th April, 7.30pm

Exhibition Open Days/Times:

10am - 4pm daily

Friday 19 to Sunday 21 April

Wednesday 24 to Sunday 28 April

Artist Statement:

A collection of memories developed through monochrome art experimentation. Memories of growing up on a 50 acre bush block at Marong.

Monochromatic pieces present art in its simplest form. Through experimentation with traditional and non-traditional mediums, Kim has developed a range of unique artworks creating a sense of atmosphere, mood and emotion.

Artworks are inspired by my own childhood memories, patterns in nature, native flora and fauna, iconic buildings, moments in time, childhood pets, hobbies and typically Aussie memorabilia that many will relate to.

I have a real passion for black and white. By limiting the palette to a black, white and shades of grey, it allows the viewer to really see the artwork without being distracted by colour. By removing colour, other elements are accentuated, and the focus is directed to the relationship between light, shadow and texture.

Visitors may relate to my childhood experiences, conjuring up their own memories. They will also enjoy learning that many of the pieces were produced from recycled products and items from nature.

The exhibition will also include monochromatic artworks produced by participants of my weekly Art for Wellbeing class ‘2inspire Creatives’.

I am grateful to be able to present this exhibition as part of Artists on View with the support of The City of Greater Bendigo and Bendigo Venues & Events (BV&E).

I created ‘Bebe,’ as she was known to her family and friends, my mother, Bernadette in watercolour on 300 gsm watercolour paper.I wanted to create this in black and white to go with this exhibition. I have used paynes grey, black, neutral tint, white watercolour paints and a white gouache paint to create this painting.

This painting of ‘Bebe,’ was created and inspired from an original black and white photo of my Mother when she was 16 or 18 years of age. She was wearing a gorgeous white fur jacket and matching hat. Mum thought she was a movie star as she was attending her cousin’s wedding at the time. Many people over the years always thought Mum was the new Elizabeth Taylor of the golden screen of that time.

The original photo of Mum is one of my all time favourite photos of her. A time when she was young, she was carefree and deciding where she wanted to go in life.

In memory of my beautiful Mum, Bernadette, ‘Bebe.’

Watercolour
Nicole Holland
Not for Sale

Wrens visiting my grandparent’s kitchen windowsill and Nana’s love for all things blue.

This painting reminiscent of the black and white television in their home at the time.

Watercolour
Linda Marchesani
$60.00

Not far from our property, called Morilla (meaning rocky outcrop, which it was!), was an adventure playground that I visited regularly.

It was my rabbit hole that led to another land. Actually it was a large water pipe that ran under the road, that was big enough to stand in, and on the other side was a beautiful creek.

I spent many hours exploring, watching swallows build their nests, finding treasures and playing make believe.

Watercolour
Kim Lowe
$400.00

This is a sketch I completed with graphite pencils of my beloved cat, Biscuit, who died last year. I sketched from a photo I took of Biscuit in her last year of life. This was a labour of love, completed with much nostalgia thinking about the 19 years Biscuit spent with us.

Not for Sale