Perseverance: A journey in Construction, Deconstruction, Reduction & Abstraction emerges in 2010 as the latest body of work from Brisbane based artist Sam Eyles. Through a considered process based methodology the artist deconstructs his original collection of drawings to produce this body of works on canvas.
The paintings offer a minimal aesthetic obscuring an underlying complexity in both concept and structure. With fluid drawing and gestural mark making the underpinning strengths of his practice, Eyles creates surfaces that evolve and multiply as sedimentary layers to reveal his inner most experiences. Flowing dark lines dissect largely concealed areas of paint and his emotional reflections, the underlying history of the work.
“He works as though aspiring to an understanding and enlightenment of the original concept, that through deconstruction of an artwork he will work towards a more absolute resolution of the idea”. Abigael Whittaker
Late in 2008 EYLES reduced his artistic approach to drawing in exploration of the six recurring themes that have flowed throughout his work to date. The universal principles of Suffering, Perseverance, Character, Faith, Hope and Love were interpreted via the image of the passionflower. Large-scale renderings on watercolour paper individually explored each subject through the use of text, black pastel, and eraser.
After the success of this body of drawings entitled ‘1/6’ and careful consideration and exploration of the individual ideas, EYLES decided to pursue ‘Perseverance’, at the time an overwhelmingly persistent concept both personally and in the collective conscious of those around him. 2009 saw the production of ‘Perseverance’ (The Drawings), which emerged as large scale, abstracted contour renderings on paper. In these works the Koi Fish was used as a point of reference for it’s strong iconography as a symbol of Perseverance.
Sam EYLES graduated from USQ with a Bachelor of Visual Arts (Painting) in 2000. Since then he has exhibited in countless group exhibitions throughout Australia and Solo shows in both Queensland and New South Wales. His work is held in private collections nationally.
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Check out 9 Lives tonight
Viewfinder
An Exhibition of Film Photography
694 A Ann Street, Fortitude Valley Viewfinder
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My Life as a Caravan
New Works by Randal Breen
Opening Reception
from 6pm
Friday 9 April
Show continues until Friday 30 April, 2010
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Jugglers Art Space Inc. supported by the Hopkins-Weise Family present the
Marie Ellis OAM Prize for Drawing
Entries close 31 May, 2010
Entry Forms – info@jugglers.org.au
Finalists exhibition reception Friday 6th August from 6pm
Winners Announced at the Opening Reception
The Marie Ellis OAM Prize for Drawing encourages but is not limited to, artists whose approach to this medium is inherently innovative and not restricted by traditional notions of illustration. In keeping with the spirit of namesake Marie Ellis OAM, this prize aims at showcasing the work of applicants who engage with the medium honestly, passionately and beyond the boundaries of what is conventionally expected.
In 2010, we are proud for the first time to be able to offer three prizes for excellence in drawing. Judged by renowned artist Vernon Ah Kee, Jugglers Artist in Residence Nic Plowman, and Jeff Hopkins-Weise whom without, this prize would not have been possible, the total value reaches $5000 in acquisitive and non-acquisitive awards. Importantly this annual prize also celebrates the history of Jugglers Art Space Inc and the significance of the 103 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley address.
Marie Corella Ellis OAM (1918-2003) was a long-term resident and dressmaker in Fortitude Valley, Queensland for most of her life. Marie was named after the Victorian-period celebrity author Marie Corelli after being born in the Valley in February 1918. For 60 or more years she lived at the address 101-103 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, where Jugglers Art Space is now situated.
Throughout her life Marie’s love of the Girl Guide movement, children and arts & crafts saw her contributing to the greater community through a lifetime of service. Among many awards throughout her life, in 1979 Marie was recognised for services to handicapped children through the Girl Guide Association of Queensland by the award of the Order of Australia Medal. She passed away in March 2003, and this prize has since been established to help perpetuate Marie’s memory and her love of art and helping others.
Finalists exhibition runs 6 – 27 August 2010”“:http://www.jugglers.org.au
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