When in Bali

Perhaps it's the fact that I learnt Indonesian at high school, that has given me an interest in Balinese culture. I love the fact that they are such gentle people with very spiritual beliefs. Travelling around this lovely island, it would be difficult not to come across these large ornate stone carvings, which stand guard at the entrance of villages and temples. They are usually decorated with gold trims and colourful floral leis. I have tied in the lush foliage and tropical flowers which also feature everywhere.

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Cathy Gilday views art as a powerful form of personal expression, allowing her to convey her emotions through her work. Although she acknowledges that this process can be confronting, Cathy finds it incredibly liberating to create art that is both honest and heartfelt. She embraces a wide range of mediums, always remaining open to new techniques and materials as she explores the creative process.

Her painting sessions are often immersive, with Cathy losing herself in the act of creation. For her, time becomes irrelevant as she allows each piece to unfold naturally. She believes that art should never be rushed or forced; instead, it should evolve at its own pace, guided by intuition and feeling.

Cathy's artwork is featured in private collections across the globe, including in Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Scotland, Switzerland, the UK, and the USA. Additionally, her creations have been showcased in Australian productions such as *The Bureau of Magical Things* and the 2023 ABC series *In Limbo*.

Throughout her career, Cathy has generously donated many of her pieces to support various charitable causes. These include the Leukemia Foundation, the Breast Cancer Foundation, Save Lives Donate Organs Inc., IWaG I Want a Greyhound Inc., Greyhound Rehoming, and the Incognito nonprofit organization.