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New Aussie original art collection inspired by our endless summer

The latest group art release from The Interiors Assembly, ‘Brighter Days’ is a curated collection of original artworks inspired by the Australian summer. “My brief to the artists involved was to create bright and uplifting works with a touch of summer,” says The Interiors Assembly founder Kelly Ferraro of the gorgeous range.

Joan Blond
‘Our Port Douglas Holiday’ by Joan Blond. 105cm x 105cm
'Dazed' by Lauren Nicolas
‘Dazed’ by Lauren Nicolas. 103cm x 113cm

The collection of original works starts at $500 and they range in size from 33 centimetres to 1.5 metres – the large ones are perfect for lofty spaces while the small ones would work well as part of a gallery wall or solo on a shelf.

There are plenty of celebrated artists in the show including Joan Blond, Aliki Kapoor and Tim Freeman to name just a few. “What I love about the collection is that our artists have a different interpretation of what summer means to them, and you can see this through their works,” says Kelly.

Tania Chanter
‘Where the Seaweed Swirls’ by Tania Chanter. 125cm x 94cm

The ever-popular Joan Blond is exhibiting a variety of new abstract styles including ‘Reflective Journey’ which is a riot of green offset by gold leaf. Tim Freeman has created two beautiful ‘hard lined’ originals for the show, both of which are mid-sized. ‘Main Beach Byron Bay’ features the location’s iconic lighthouse in the background. 

Joan Blond
‘Reflective Journey’ by Joan Blond. 95cm x 125cm
'Main Beach Byron Bay' by Tim Freeman. 83cm x 53cm
‘Main Beach Byron Bay’ by Tim Freeman. 83cm x 53cm

Aliki Kapoor’s ‘Bohemian Love,’ at 155cm x 155cm, is the largest piece in the collection. A stunning, abstract floral piece, textured pink flowers add tactility to the work. There’s some moodier pieces also including two gorgeous seascapes by Tania Chanter which are inspired by the deep tones of the ocean and the changing light throughout the day.

‘Bohemian Love’ by Aliki Kapoor. 155cm x 155cm

A new artist to The Interiors Assembly stable, Ros Gervay has created two beautiful floral mini works for this release including ‘Together they Grow’ which has some beautiful layering; some of its leaves almost look transparent.

‘Together they Grow’ by Ros Gervay. 33cm x 33cm

The exhibition is on now and will run until the end of January 2023 both online and at The Interiors Assembly’s gallery which is located in Victoria’s seaside Torquay. “We are looking forward to welcoming people to our space over the holiday period, where our coastline is busier than ever with those holidaying in our region and having fun!”

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New spring group art show + win one of two prints

Interiors Assembly’s inaugural group art show In Full Bloom just launched and we’re giving you the chance to win one of two gorgeous prints.

Cocktail Hour by Vanessa Encarnacao

More than 50 original artworks have gone on sale online and are available to view at the gallery in Torquay, Melbourne. Highlights include eight new original works by Interiors Addict favourite Joan Blond.

Illuminating Moments 2 by Joan Blond

Other artists include Aliki Kapoor, Camilla Ciccoria, Hanna Rose, Jayde Chandler and Vanessa Encarnacao with prices starting from $350 for a smaller original and works all the way up to 2 metres in size! 

Paddock at Sundown by Alexandra Strong

The show launched on 5 September with many works still available. It runs until 30 September.

Peach Spring By Sabi Klein

View online and check the website for gallery opening times.

Flower Power by Jackie Green
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Artist Joan Blond’s work filled with joie de vivre

Yarra Valley artist Joan Blond raised three young children and worked in the corporate world for 21 years (as an executive PA for a partner of a law firm), before taking the plunge and pursuing a full-time art career.

“I have always loved painting and have dabbled for years. When my children grew up and left home I started painting seriously again, and people started asking if they could purchase my work,” says Joan who has since become something of a household name, no doubt in part because one of her works featured in the 2018 season of The Block.

Joan Blond

Self-taught, Joan paints intuitively, drawing from every life and memory, using acrylic and oil paints as well as inks. “Over the years I have attended quite a few workshops run by various artists and picked up some interesting tips,” says Joan who now runs her own workshops out of Geelong’s Artworx, when time permits.

Joan Blond

Describing her work as abstract expressionist in style, her latest collection is inspired by the rural milieu that surrounds her home. “It features abstract landscapes. I cover my canvas in semi-abstract plants, flowers and leaves in various colours and then use line work and dots to add texture and interest,” says Joan of her unique style. Multi-layered and colourful, the closer you get to each piece, the more detail you notice.

Joan Blond

“I get a lot of feedback from people who say that my paintings evoke feelings of happiness and that people find them very uplifting. I find great fulfilment in delivering work that brings happiness and excitement,” says Joan.

Joan Blond
Artist Joan Blond with one of her works

Bold colour and pattern aside, Joan’s works are often large in scale too; many of them are over two metres wide which can make for a logistical challenge when working inside her small studio. “Eventually I would like to find a larger space to work from, but I love where I live and appreciate the rolling hills and beautiful gum trees that I can view through floor to ceiling glass windows.”

Photographer: Stephanie Rooney | Stylist: Alex Carter at Harlow + Willow | Stylist assistant: Erin Mellington

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