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Our supermarket shelves may sparkle, but behind the shine lurk factory farms, overfished oceans, and plastic‑wrapped everything. These cheeky, thoughtful drawings are here to gently poke you in the ribs — a reminder that every item you toss into your trolley is a choice that shapes the world. A little food for thought. |
Dodgy Melbourne wrapped up last Monday, and I just want to thank all of you who came along to the opening and the exhibition during the run - it was a very successful show! Over half the works sold, and are still selling online.
All of you made this exhibition a success. I am pleased so many of you enjoyed it, and enjoyed it enough to purchase works.
If you missed the show, you can still view the entire works online at my website, and if you wish to purchase contact me throught there or here.
Some of the demonstration works I completed durning the exhibition will soon be on show/sale at the Victorian Artistis Societies 'Collector's Delight' exhibition 15-24 May.
As part of
the VAS Imprint 'What Remains', my solo exhibition explores the back
streets, the alleys, quirky places and buildings, all found in our
wonderful city of Melbourne. Using recycled paper created from my
discarded and rejected artworks, I have drawn a series of works in ink
exploring these hidden (and no so hidden) spots all around Melbourne and
suburbs.
Join me on opening night, Thursday 16 April from 6pm. Come
visit the show any time from 15 - 26 April at the Victorian Artist
Society, 430 Albert Street, East Melbourne.
I am also offering a 2
day workshop, 'Paper Remains' on 16 and 17 April, where you will have
the opportunity to meet The Pulp Professor from Dodgy Paper and create
your own recycled paper.
I will explore with you the techniques of
drawing onto your bespoke paper using inks, pencils and marker pens.
Turn your old paper art into something new and unique.
Workshop places are limited, so contact VAS via the link below and book soon!
BOOKINGS HERE
@victorianartistssociety
@dodgy.paper
Discover a fresh perspective on art at the VAS George Hicks Foundation Contemporary Exhibition currently on show at the Frater, Hammond and McCubbin Galleries in the Victorian Artists Society buildings, 430 Albert Street, East Melbourne. 11-22 February.
The Exhibition Opening 'Spritz' is this Sunday, February 15 (bring your Valentine!) at 2pm. Check out online HERE.
My entry is a small oil on cradled board entitled 'Fibonacchi Fun'. One of my few excursions into this medium.
My goodness! January is nearly over already! It has been a busy month, not the least being a very successful and enjoyable week at Camp Creative in Bellingen, NSW (you can read about it all on my instagram pages @lindaweilfineart)
As well, classes for 2026 have resumed. Monday evening classes at VAS are fully booked - wait list available for term 2.
MMAG Thursday afternoon class (1.30-3.30pm) has 2 places available. The Thursday evening class at MMAG is wide open! Please, if you are interested in joining me for evening drawing sessions have a look at this 7.30 - 9.30 pm class. Open to all levels of experience and you will be warmly welcomed by the regulars. For further information on MMAG's classes contact them by email: mmag@mentone-mordiallocartgroup.org.au or phone 0499778258 and leave a voice mail and they will get back to you.
In other news, my favourite hairdresser, Ricky has opened up a bespoke salon here in Cheltenham (231 Charman Road, Cheltenham). This guy knows how to cut hair! AON HairbyRicky He also knows a thing or two about art - his mother is Mary Slevin is a highly regarded artist in Ireland. And Ricky decided to purchase a piece of my art to adorn the walls of his new studio!
So drop into AON, make an appointment with Ricky and view 'The Golden Bird' on the wall while you enjoy the massage chairs at the wash station!
