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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.

‘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.

‘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.

'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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Emerging artist Tim Freeman’s minimalist seascapes

It was a chance birthday gift of watercolour classes that inspired emerging artist Tim Freeman to rediscover a passion for painting that he had in his youth. And it’s the same spirit that drove a recent move to Warrnambool, at the end of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, where Tim has left the big city hustle behind to concentrate on his art and family.

“It’s been an idyllic sea change where we get to spend more time together and live a relaxed seaside life. I split my time between painting in my home studio, working in the family business with my wife, and being a stay at home dad to two kids,” says Tim of the move that took place about 18 months ago.

“Before we moved, we were living in Melbourne. I was working full time in a management role in a big organisation and my wife was working part time and we were juggling childcare for a toddler, an infant and long commutes. We were stressed and felt like we didn’t have time to enjoy time as a family,” says Tim who now looks after his daughter a couple of days a week and does the school drop off and pick up a few days a week too.

“I would describe my work as hard-edged, minimalist seascapes,” says Tim who uses acrylic paint on hard edge board or canvas to create his pieces that are inspired by the beaches, cliffs and volcanic plains of the local Warrnambool landscape.

The artist’s approach uses old and new techniques – firstly he develops his concepts through computer design before transferring them to a hardboard or canvas and layering them with acrylic paint. The works combine angular lines with colour blocked pastels that bear a subtle nod to mid-century design and evoke family beachside holidays.

Currently starting at around $500 for originals, Tim’s work is available through Melissa Cahill of Madame Hunter and there’s a small selection available at Norsu Interiors’ Malvern store. He’s also working on a new body of work that will be available to purchase at the Madame Hunter winter show at the Malvern Artists’ Society on Tuesday July 30 from 6pm-to-9pm.

Photography: Stephanie Rooney | Styling: Janneke Coyle for Lenvie Collective assisted by Stella Quach and Melissa Strauch

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