"My process is one of building up an interesting surface on which to work. Sometimes I begin with collage which will inevitably be covered with layers of paint. Paint is added then removed or distressed and partially covered over. This process mimics the ever-changing nature of the natural world. This layering process also creates a rich tapestry that rewards closer inspection. I like to build my work over time, imbuing each painting with a sense of time-worn history. I believe art should be about more than surface impressions - if you stop to look for a few moments, you will find hidden surprises in each of the paintings".

Wendy Hawthorn

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Wendy Hawthorn is an artist based on a working farm between Forbes and Grenfell. Wendy is captivated by colour, and fascinated by how different hues interact to influence moods and emotions. Through her work, she strives to uplift and convey the joy she experiences in her surroundings. Inspired by the coastal bushland of her childhood and the vast rural landscapes surrounding her, Wendy creates vibrant, textured artworks that celebrate the beauty of nature, often incorporating floral elements and intricate details that invite deeper appreciation. Her work favours acrylics and mixed media, applied with brushes, sponges, and palette knives.
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“I paint to express thoughts, ideas and memories that belong to another place. Distant, and at times a very close set of realities that do not belong to the here and now. I continue to discover that my creative practice is not only an occupation but an
occupational therapy and most importantly, a bridge between places in my mind and
widely held perspectives of reality.”