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Welcome
Melony Kara Smirniotis is a textural painter and the Director of Gallery 11:11 in North Epping, Sydney Australia. As an Artist, her subject matter falls into three series; ocean, earth and floral. The ocean series explores aerial and underwater environments. 'Coral textures' as a sub series, expresses her connection to the colours and textures of the coral reef, most recently, with her visit to Hawaii. The earth series explores her local landscape 'Wallumatta Region' and the floral series celebrates local gardens with the assistance of local passionate gardeners sharing their story.
In the studio, Melony pushes herself to engage in the exploration of a wide range of tools and mediums. As a textural Artist, her signature style is identified by the detailed layers of tactile markings on the canvas that play with the light as the viewer moves around the composition.
New to the Ocean Series
~ Coral Textures
Inspired by a visit to The Great Barrier Reef, this series explores the intricate details, delicate tactile markings and soothing colours experienced whilst snorkelling. These paintings intends to celebrate the beauty of the aesthetic though also draw attention to the importance of restoring and preserving coral reefs.
"My surroundings constantly influence my technique and choice of materials. I enjoy pushing colour and texture, letting the two intertwine, taking on their own direction. One informs the other, constantly evolving and building whilst drawing upon my subconscious connection to the subject matter. The art-making process nourishes, challenges and provokes. Time in the studio provides grounding and perspective."
Video by Life Story Productions
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Melony Kara Smirniotis is represented by:
