8 Emerging Artists You Need To Know
While I have absolutely no technical art skills, I’d like to think I can pick a good artist.
This comes from no formal education other than spending most of my time walking through galleries and flicking through photobooks and magazines. There are certain artists who’s work is difficult to look away from and that’s pretty much the basis of what I think makes them good. There is a special place reserved for emerging artists, pushing beautiful pieces out in the world, not yet tainted by the commentary and hard slog surely ahead of them. Here is a list of recent upcoming artists who fit that bill.
I first came across Meanjin artist Bronwyn Hill’s work at last year’s Sydney Contemporary and was immediately impressed by the photorealistic oil paintings that captured a stillness; a moment of contemplation. I think that’s the best thing art can do at times - implore us to simply slow down and appreciate, and Bronwyn’s collection sure does that.
Wellington born, Naarm based artist Tia Ansel uses weaving techniques with paint to create an integration of craft and fine art in geometric beauty. I’m a sucker for art that requires a particular knowledge of a dying craft because it reminds me that eventually everything comes full circle, and the little skills we know might end up being much more significant in time.
Merging hazy, photorealistic technique with an experimental approach to surface matter, Dane Lovett’s work is simultaneously nostalgic and entirely contemporary. I feel like he would be a favourite of designers with his use of negative space and certainly one to watch.
I told you I’m having a moment with my love of old art techniques and stained glass is no exception. Utilising a combination of innovative and traditional stained glass techniques, Naarm based Nadine is bringing back an ancient practice in modern, want-everything-she-does way. A sure shot way to bring new light into a room.
Moser is a multidisciplinary artist based in Bundjalung whose art practice blends pictorial and texture. I like Jana’s work mostly because it reminds me of big beautiful tree rings but I’m sure there is a much more technical term to describe her incredible work.
Fin is another Bundjalung artist who caught our attention with his bright, fun bongs and vases. If you’re into your traditional tattoo art then you’ll appreciate Fin’s stuff.
Sarana is a Maori-Australian artist based in Wadandi Boodja who’s figurative and abstract works add subtle beauty and colour to any space it inhabits. With visions for large scale interior painting and fashion collaborations, Sarana is definitely an artist on the rise.
Nathalia Suizu is a Naarm based is a self taught artist with a background in interior design creating pieces that are vibrant and fun. Underpinned by a strong pop art aesthetic, her work is influenced by Latin American folk art, psychedelia, textile design and spiritual iconography which are evident in her bright motifs and symbols.
