Collection: Claire Cavannah

A graduate of Sydney College of the Arts (SCA) majoring in printmaking with works in the Australian Print collection of the National Gallery Australia in Canberra and various private and corporate collections.

My work is a deeply intentional and deliberate artistic process focused on creating meaningful and cohesive collections of work based on the Australian landscape. By infusing each painting with its own narrative and then bringing them together into themed series. I am creating a layered experience for viewers, inviting you to explore not only individual pieces but also the connections and stories that emerge across the complete collection.

My emphasis on removing elements of life that no longer hold value and replacing them with space for reflection suggests a mindfulness and intentionality in my creative practice. This process of discernment and curation results in artwork that feels distilled and focused, allowing the essence of my message—peace and contentment—to shine through clearly.

The notion of mark-making to punctuate composition adds texture and depth to my work, serving as both visual accents and symbolic gestures that enhance the overall narrative. Through this deliberate approach, each piece becomes a vessel for communicating my artistic vision and inviting viewers into moments of contemplation and introspection.

The opportunity to collaborate with Tanya Reinli and Upcycled Glassware has heightened my level of mark making to support the process of transferring drawings onto glass. It has allowed me to revert to my printmaking skills where chiaroscuro is key to an engaging image.