The Company We Keep at T.arts Gallery, November 2020
Nicole and Julie Foxall were lucky enough to hit the sister-in-law jackpot when Nicole married Julie's brother, Mike. They are not only good friends but share a common drive to create. This year, like many people, they have experienced change and uncertainty. As essential workers, carving out creative time has been more important than ever.
Nicole’s work continues to evolve and she has left her more abstract painting to return to more representational work. This has been influenced by spending more time in the local bush post lockdown and a need to be “more real” in an increasingly abstract world.
Julie’s background in graphic design and passion for colour is evident in her cheery pieces. Gardens come alive in her bold, abstract botanical paintings. Whimsical watercolour and ink drawings capture an upbeat essence.
The works featured in this show were created during a challenging year. “The Company We Keep” demonstrates the positivity we can manifest when we place ourselves in the right surroundings. Our families. Our creative spaces. Our favourite brushes, our subjects, our collaborations and our collective inspiration.
Nicole’s work continues to evolve and she has left her more abstract painting to return to more representational work. This has been influenced by spending more time in the local bush post lockdown and a need to be “more real” in an increasingly abstract world.
Julie’s background in graphic design and passion for colour is evident in her cheery pieces. Gardens come alive in her bold, abstract botanical paintings. Whimsical watercolour and ink drawings capture an upbeat essence.
The works featured in this show were created during a challenging year. “The Company We Keep” demonstrates the positivity we can manifest when we place ourselves in the right surroundings. Our families. Our creative spaces. Our favourite brushes, our subjects, our collaborations and our collective inspiration.
CLOSER at T.arts Gallery, Bathurst October 2018
So excited to be showing at this little gallery that I am a member of.
The show title reflects the powerful attraction the landscape has upon me. I’m forever drawn closer, contemplating the shapes colours and patterns while striving to paint it’s elusive and “half seen” elements. In my paintings I attempt to capture my immediate sensory experience when in the landscape and use memory and imagination as organising principles in my work.
This exploratory impulse has resulted in my work to become increasingly abstracted. It is difficult to avoid the human imposed lens on nature but I feel this makes a pathway to greater connection to the land around us. Whilst painting over the last 12 months I have observed the landscape change as the drought has taken hold. There is brittleness there but also colour and resilience. I hope my work encourages the viewer to enhance their own empathy and bond with our natural environment.
The show title reflects the powerful attraction the landscape has upon me. I’m forever drawn closer, contemplating the shapes colours and patterns while striving to paint it’s elusive and “half seen” elements. In my paintings I attempt to capture my immediate sensory experience when in the landscape and use memory and imagination as organising principles in my work.
This exploratory impulse has resulted in my work to become increasingly abstracted. It is difficult to avoid the human imposed lens on nature but I feel this makes a pathway to greater connection to the land around us. Whilst painting over the last 12 months I have observed the landscape change as the drought has taken hold. There is brittleness there but also colour and resilience. I hope my work encourages the viewer to enhance their own empathy and bond with our natural environment.
The Rivers Path @ GalleryONE88 Katoomba May 2018
In this exhibition I explored the ever changing landscape as the river winds it’s way through the area. From the town and it’s paddocks to the rocky terrain of the Bridle Track and Killongbutta. Just like life the river flows through a changing landscape. Spending time painting en plein air I explored a connection with the environment and an appreciation of its fragility. So lovely to have my work in this special gallery!
Finalist Blacktown City Art Prize 2016
I was thrilled to have my painting "Arkaroola Views" selected as a finalist in the Blacktown City Art Prize in December.
Painting trip to Arkaroola, South Australia
I ventured out with 10 other artists to discover the delights of the northern Flinders Ranges. What an amazing experience and such a magical place!
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A Country Drive April 28 - May 15 2016
My first solo show "A Country Drive" featured at The Cornerstore Gallery in Orange in May this year. It was a wonderful experience having all my work in the one lovely space.
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Studio visit with Madi from The Cornerstore Gallery
Check out my visit with Madi in the studio as featured on her blog www.cornerstoregallery.com/blog/2016/4/21/studio-visit-with-nicole-foxall
Art/Edit Magazine Oct/Dec 2015
