Never Nevermore

I work from found and created photographs and I was captivated by the sense of awe that these two men were experiencing when watching the sunrise from the remote waterhole in the Central Australian desert. This painting was the first of what I eventually settled on for my "style" at university. I had been experimenting with reducing detail as I'd previously been a highly realistic painter. I wanted to incorporate expressionistic backgrounds with pop-art foregrounds and I think I've done it really well in this painting. I particularly love working in backgrounds wet in wet so as to allow the paint to "move" and different colours to intermingle. I feel this lends itself well to paintings depicting water in particular. And in this painting I developed my love of painting water. I was also interested in achieving depth in the movement of the paint layers which can be seen in the detail photograph.
In this painting I've used high quality artist acrylics and mediums, and a high gloss oil based varnish. As with most of my paintings I personally mount it on an "inbuilt" frame and then paint the painting as the frame and board as one unit. I recommend hanging it directly from the two D rings that I supply on the back of the painting, not from a wire. Noting that the painting mount is made of wood and is subject to environmental influences such as humidity which may create short term movement in the board hence why I recommend 2 hooks holding the painting directly to the wall.

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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.