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New geometric print collection

22/4/2022

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I'm super excited to launch my new geometric print collection (just in time for Mother's Day.) A stack of gorgeous new designs from cute little 10x8in and A4 paper prints to big 24x36in ready to hang canvas art. Fun and affordable prints to brighten up any space inspired by playful op art and patchwork patterns.
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There is also free shipping on all prints for Australian, US and European customers!
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New Kaleidoscope collection

31/12/2020

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As 2020 comes to an end I took a look back at some of my favourite works from the year and gave them a kaleidoscopic twist for a brand new print collection.

There are seven new mandala art limited edition prints to choose from ranging from a little 8x8inch piece all the way up to 100x100cm. There are also now options for canvas printing and framing.

Kaleidoscopic forms have been part of my art practice for many years now. The fine veil of dots that I see as part of my neuro-ophthalmologcal condition appear as a kaleidoscope of constantly moving pattern. I've always been drawn to mandala type images and symmetrical patterns.
mandala art

Summer Dream limited edition print

A$50.00 - A$800.00

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Jacaranda Blue limited edition print

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Jacaranda Fire limited edition print

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Earth Kaleidoscope limited edition print

A$50.00 - A$520.00
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Jacaranda Season Kaleidoscope limited edition print

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Summer Sorbet Kaleidoscope limited edition print

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Summer Swirl Kaleidoscope limited edition print

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Kaleidoscopes

27/11/2020

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Orange abstract print
Celebrating summer with a brand new collection of limited edition prints - kaleidoscopic twists on some of my favourite paintings from this year. Apart from a few sizes options and either paper or stretched canvas, the artworks are also available on beautiful lightweight summer scarves.
Lovely and soft, made in Australia and a big 140x140cm! A great Christmas gift idea.
Purple fashion scarf

Jacaranda Season Kaleidoscope limited edition print

A$50.00 - A$800.00
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Summer Sorbet Kaleidoscope limited edition print

A$50.00 - A$800.00
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Summer Swirl Kaleidoscope limited edition print

A$50.00 - A$800.00
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Jacaranda Season womens large scarf

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Summer Sorbet womens large scarf

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Summer Swirl womens large scarf

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Classic blue

3/1/2020

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Classic blue is the colour for 2020, according to Pantone. Blue and white never goes out of style and I have to say I'm a big fan of the combination. In fact you might think blue is my favourite colour - after all I created blue artwork almost exclusively for over 5years! (My favourite colour is actually turquoise.) Still, blue is such a lovely shade to work with for art and always popular.

Chinoiserie is also set to be a 2020 trend, another aesthetic I've enjoyed playing with in recent years. So there is plenty to choose from in the online shop right now to keep you on trend for 2020 interior design! Wall art prints and original paintings in beautiful blue tones.
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Chinoiserie classic blue interior pic via societysocial
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Security envelope rose limited edition print
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Toile inspired artwork

19/2/2019

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY NINA CHOI
According to a recent article from Domino, toile is on the verge of a comeback.

"The pattern, known more formally as toile de Jouy, first found popularity in late 18th-century France. Inspired by traditional Chinese porcelain designs and prints, the pattern is identifiable by its landscape scenes and floral motifs frequently rendered in either blue or red hues. Since its origin, it’s enjoyed waves of popularity, notably in colonial time, the 1970s, and the early aughts. It’s a traditional pattern, typically partnered with more traditional furnishings. But given its slow trickle back into fashion, it may be gearing up for an upgrade."

I began creating toile inspired artwork in 2017, mixing photography with chintz lace patterns and weaving them together. My 'Comforts of Home' series explored what home means to me through the use of different floral and bird motifs. Using antique illustrations as a starting point I recreated the flowers and birds from blue security envelope lining, grouping them together to form a chintz 'fabric' toile pattern. These elements then formed the base for a paper patchwork and the patterns to decorate ceramic plates.

Limited edition prints and a handful of original pieces are still available:


toile inspired art
Security envelope passionfruit
Toile inspired print
Security envelope frangipani
toile inspired artwork
Security envelope rose
toile inspired design
Security envelope tui
toile artwork
Blue toile billabong
contemporary toile
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Venation Series

31/7/2018

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To celebrate my very first solo exhibition in Brisbane I have put together a set of limited edition prints based on some of the original work from the show. 

The Venation Series is taken from my paper cuttings which each had a background on suminagashi, Japanese marbling or watercolours behind. These pieces are inspired by the delicate patterns found in leaf veins, the venation system.
Available in three sizes, prints start from $50 including free domestic shipping.
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Comforts of home

4/8/2016

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If you follow any of my social media accounts like Facebook and Instagram, you've probably noticed a lot of blue and white lately. Last month I was busy getting ready for a group exhibition at the Aspire Gallery in Brisbane's Paddington. The theme was 'comforts of home' and I took it as an opportunity to resurrect some old ways of working as wall as learning some new skills. 

Having spent a significant portion of my life traveling I was interested in exploring what images might represent home when I've had so many different ones. I decided to narrow it down the most recent few cities, adopting a very homely subject of chintz fabric, patchwork and china plates.

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Using different floral and bird motifs I created individual artworks to represent a home city and country. The passion fruit to me is Brisbane, Sydney the frangipani, London a rose and Wellington a Kawhai. The birds are a Rainbow Lorikeet for Australia, Wren for England and Tui for New Zealand.

Using antique illustrations as a starting point I recreated the flowers and birds from security envelope lining, then grouped them together to form a chintz 'fabric' pattern. It was my first attempt at making a repeatable pattern and is definitely something I'd like to try again.


I printed the pattern in large format then cut it into piece along with more security envelope lining to create a large paper patchwork. I then went back to the individual floral images and created blue and white china plate designs. It was nice to go back to working with porcelain again, something I used to use a lot in my NZ gallery. This time rather than hand painting I was able to transfer my designs directly from the printer onto the plates. There are also limited edition prints of these pieces on lovely glossy paper.

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You can see the real things at the Aspire Gallery until 20th August at 53 Kennedy Terrace, Paddington. Limited edition prints are available on the website.
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    Jennifer is a contemporary Australian artist based in Brisbane, Queensland. Know for her highly decorative paintings and unique paper weavings, she explores pattern and visual perception, often highlighting the beauty in the ordinary.

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