GIGS Art Gallery
1 min
Updated: Jan 31, 2023
by ILONA BELLE
EXTENDED to 5 SEPTEMBER
27 September to 23 October
OFFICIAL OPENING: Saturday 1 October, 5.30–7.30pm
An eclectic collection of wildlife portrait art
Portrait Emporium is my colourful and quirky celebration of some obscure, intriguing and much-maligned characters from the wilds of nature.
Nature always has a special place in my heart and it’s been a great pleasure – and a challenge! – to paint and draw these wonderful animals. I wanted to showcase some lesser known and less popular animals and found myself discovering some curious new characters along the way. Nature continues to impress me.
Using various art mediums and techniques, I created each portrait as a lighthearted and independently unique impression, aimed at capturing each animal’s personality and individuality.