Awakening Dreams in Soft Delight

This captivating photograph captures an ethereal underwater scene featuring my model in a flowing gold dress, enveloped in vibrant movement and light. The colourful fabric drifts gracefully, enhancing the sense of motion amidst the tranquil, deep blue water. Sunlight filters down, illuminating the environment with stunning reflections and textures, creating a mesmerising interplay of colour and serenity. Ideal for curators and art collectors seeking unique and immersive aquatic artwork. The colourful pastel palette evokes both fragility and strength, holding the subject in a moment between above and below. The work recalls the dreamlike intimacy of Francesca Woodman and the underwater surrealism of Toni Frissell, situating my work within a lineage of photographers who transform the body into something both vulnerable and transcendent.

Taken during an underwater photo shoot at Bitter Springs, Mataranka, Northern Territory in September, 2024.

This is a Limited Edition Print on 8" x 10" archival museum-grade paper. The print comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and a matte board, taking the total size to 11" x 14", and enclosed in a cellophane envelope (as pictured). This makes your framing options easy - you can either frame it yourself in a standard pre-made 11” x 14” frame, or have it professionally framed. Please contact me directly if you have any questions.

To be clear - the print itself is on 8" x 10" paper, and the matte board surrounding the print is 11" x 14".

Print and Shipping Details are as follows:
• Limited Edition prints will become available in other sizes - this is my smallest-sized print
• Printed on Genuine Museum Grade paper.
• Certificate of Authenticity included.
• Prints are shipped inside a box and are matted
• Prints are shipped or couriered with a tracking number and require signature on delivery.
• You can either frame it yourself in a pre-made 11” x 14” frame, or have it custom framed.

All prints are © Kerry Inkster and cannot be reproduced without permission.

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Kerry Inkster is a distinguished visual artist celebrated for her profound exploration of women’s stories and experiences through mixed media. Her mission is to make art for quiet women who've been told to be smaller, so they can remember they have something powerful and valuable to offer the world. At the heart of her artistic practice lies an unwavering commitment to amplifying narratives that reflect the depth, complexity, and resilience inherent in womanhood.

Through her underwater photography, Inkster captures the transformative relationship between women and water—a powerful symbol of emotion, fluidity, and rebirth. Each photograph invites viewers to engage in introspection while revealing the challenges, triumphs, and intricacies that shape women's identities.

Her painting practice further delves into the complex tapestry of women's lives, utilising colour, form, and texture to embody the myriad emotions that accompany their diverse experiences. The layered canvases serve as a visual language, offering audiences a space for catharsis, inviting them to confront their relationships with themselves, femininity, power, and vulnerability.

Inkster's innovative techniques and emotive narratives foster meaningful dialogue surrounding gender and empowerment, while her commitment to community engagement includes volunteering at local galleries to nurture emerging talent.

A graduate of The South Australian School of Art / University of South Australia, Inkster has established herself as a significant figure in contemporary art, showcasing her work nationally and internationally in esteemed galleries and exhibitions, including an Artist Residency with Comebeck Ltd in Germany. A multiple award finalist, with her work housed in notable collections, she remains a pivotal voice in the art world.

Kerry Inkster currently resides in Fish Creek, Victoria, Australia, where she continues to evolve her artistic journey, dedicated to illuminating women’s voices and experiences.