It’s not often the internet can be accused of underselling anything, but no amount of online browsing prepared me for my recent visit to the Art Gallery of NSW to see the finalists of the Archibald Prize.
Penelope Seidler, by Fiona Lowry, Archibald Prize 2014
The winner – Fiona Lowry’s portrait of architect Penelope Seidler, blew me away. You have to stand in the same room as this incredible work to see Lowry’s genius. An online image of this painting just doesn’t do it justice.
Lowry captures an ethereal quality in her work with airbrushed paint. The result is unlike anything else in the exhibition. But having said that – the whole exhibition is stunning – a celebration of great artists and great Australian people.
As someone who has spent a lifetime writing stories, it’s inspiring to see how much can be said without words.
Julie Fison, Archibald 2014 finalist Alan Jones and Archibald 2014 winner Fiona Lowry with Jones’ portrait of Adam Goodes
Rubbing shoulders with Archibald winner, Fiona Lowry, and finalist, Alan Jones, who painted Australian of the Year and AFL star – Adam Goodes.
Julie Fison is a Brisbane writer and travel lover. Her debut novel for adults ONE PUNCH is a compelling and thought-provoking family drama that follows two mothers forced to make impossible decisions after one life-changing night. Inspired by real events, the story is a sharp study of the complexities of family life and the consequences of being blind to the faults of our loved ones. Julie’s other work includes books for children and young adults – the Hazard River adventure series for young adventure lovers, stories in the Choose Your Own Ever After series that let the reader decide how the story goes, and a play for secondary school students As the Crow Flies. Julie is also a committed traveller and loves sharing tips for midlife adventurers.
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