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Monica Henry: Exploring Colour, Texture, and the Tactile Language of Fiber
Australian artist Monica Henry creates richly textured textile works that explore colour as both a visual and tactile experience. Working with punch needle and wool, she draws on family history, nature, and her experiences in Japan to develop an expressive contemporary practice rooted in material, memory, and the quiet intensity of making.
Sweet Preservation: An Interview with Mia Nel
South African-born, Hong Kong-based artist Mia Nel invites us into her world of sugar, ink, and cultural storytelling. With a background in graphic design and calligraphy, Mia has redefined traditional materials by using sugar as both medium and metaphor. In this interview, she shares her process, the cultural significance of Chinese sugar painting, and how her sculptures explore fragility, identity, and preservation in a globalized world.
Claire Elliott: Painting the Unruly Beauty of Gardens, Uncovering Plant Blindness, and the Illusion of Control
Painter Claire Elliott reflects on her deep connection to gardens, the concept of plant blindness, and the tension between nature and control. In this interview, she shares the evolution of her practice, the inspiration behind her striking botanical paintings, and how she captures the wild, overlooked, and mysterious life of plants.