The Land of Wonder
23.11 - 14.12.2023
Wonderland
noun
1. A land or place full of wonderful things.2. A place that invites thought and experimentation.
Wonder
noun
1. A feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something remarkable, or unfamiliar.2. A period of questioning, thought and reflection.
Art is the physical manifestation of the impossible. It is the only outlet where imagination can be materialised and shared without censorship or limitation. It is a wondrous thing to fall into the world of a painting, or be seduced by the tactile forms of a sculpture. Just as it allows the artist to communicate the intangible and unspoken, it allows the viewer to experience new emotions and sensations. The Land of Wonder is an exhibition that celebrates the power of imagination and creativity, showcasing the artistic ‘wonder lands’ of 14 artists.
Adorned with a selection of new paintings, prints, photographs and objects, Otomys will be transformed into a ‘wonder land’ itself. The artists are challenged to create a work of art that embodied their perception of a ‘wonder land’, whether this be an imaginary place or experience, or an object, colour or texture that evokes wonderment. By collating a selection of art that embodies the personal ‘wonder lands’ of each artist, viewers are invited to marvel at the diversity of human creativity and imagination. Alexia Vogel (Germany / South Africa), Anna Dudek (Australia), Camilla Perkins (United Kingdom), Cedar Jeffs (Australia), Erin Chaplin (South Africa), Hermentaire; Damien de Medeiros (France), Inga Dalrymple (Australia), Jenny Lundgren (Sweden), Jo Elbourne (United Kingdom), Julia Roche (Australia), Laura Vahlberg (United States), Marie Bernard (Netherlands), Polly Gilroy (New Zealand) and Rebekah Stuart (Australia).
noun
1. A land or place full of wonderful things.2. A place that invites thought and experimentation.
Wonder
noun
1. A feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something remarkable, or unfamiliar.2. A period of questioning, thought and reflection.
Art is the physical manifestation of the impossible. It is the only outlet where imagination can be materialised and shared without censorship or limitation. It is a wondrous thing to fall into the world of a painting, or be seduced by the tactile forms of a sculpture. Just as it allows the artist to communicate the intangible and unspoken, it allows the viewer to experience new emotions and sensations. The Land of Wonder is an exhibition that celebrates the power of imagination and creativity, showcasing the artistic ‘wonder lands’ of 14 artists.
Adorned with a selection of new paintings, prints, photographs and objects, Otomys will be transformed into a ‘wonder land’ itself. The artists are challenged to create a work of art that embodied their perception of a ‘wonder land’, whether this be an imaginary place or experience, or an object, colour or texture that evokes wonderment. By collating a selection of art that embodies the personal ‘wonder lands’ of each artist, viewers are invited to marvel at the diversity of human creativity and imagination. Alexia Vogel (Germany / South Africa), Anna Dudek (Australia), Camilla Perkins (United Kingdom), Cedar Jeffs (Australia), Erin Chaplin (South Africa), Hermentaire; Damien de Medeiros (France), Inga Dalrymple (Australia), Jenny Lundgren (Sweden), Jo Elbourne (United Kingdom), Julia Roche (Australia), Laura Vahlberg (United States), Marie Bernard (Netherlands), Polly Gilroy (New Zealand) and Rebekah Stuart (Australia).
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Anna DudekWe Came to Understand TimePolished Copper49 x 37 x 74cmEdition of 3 -
Camilla PerkinsThe Last Days of SummerOil and Flashe on Canvas60 x 50cm
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Camilla PerkinsThe Scent of Wild LilliesOil and Flashe on Canvas60 x 50cm
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Cedar JeffsSocial GuiseOil on Linen90 x 130cm
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Erin ChaplinFlurryOil on Canvas90 x 130cm
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Erin ChaplinRedOil on Canvas48 x 52cm
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HermentaireForever YoungAcrylic on Canvas195 x 130cm
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Inga DalrympleWashing DayAcrylic on Birch35 x 40cm
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Inga DalrympleIn Pursuit of DreamsAcrylic on Birch60 x 55cm$ 2,000.00
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Jo ElbourneInvitation ICotton Cord on Stretcher90 x 130cm
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Jo ElbourneInvitation IICotton Cord on Stretcher90 x 130cm
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Jenny LundgrenRemnants of a JourneyAcrylic and Oil on Linen120 x 140cm
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Julia RocheShake The FrostOil, Mixed Media on Canvas152 x 198cm
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Julia RocheGullies BelowOil, Mixed Media on Canvas122 x 153cm
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Julia RocheBlue BirdOil, Mixed Media on Canvas200 x 130cm
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Laura VahlbergRaking Sun in Early SpringOil on Linen Board27 x 12cm
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Laura VahlbergBlue ChairsOil on Linen Board30 x 28cm
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Laura VahlbergThree Houses on a HillOil on Linen Board24 x 19cm
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Polly GilroyClaritySilk and Chiffon on Pine60 x 60cm
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Polly GilroyThe Space BetweenCrepe de Chine on Timber90 x 130cm$ 5,300.00
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Marie BernardHiveAcrylic, Oil Paint and Oil Stick on Canvas
Natural Oak Shadow Box Frame90 x 130cm -
Marie BernardLagoonAcrylic, Oil Paint and Oil Stick on Canvas
Natural Oak Shadow Box Frame90 x 130cm -
Rebekah StuartBefore The GardenArchival Pigment Print
Image: 45.4 x 40.8cm
Paper: 45.6 x 41cmEdition of 7$ 1,050.00 -
Rebekah StuartThe Time We LeaveArchival Pigment Print
Image: 30 x 25cm
Paper: 45 x 40cm
Edition of 7
AUD prices include 10% GST (applicable to Australian buyers only).
