Peter Neilson

b. 1944

Figurative narrative painter and draughtsman Peter Neilson was born in Melbourne and completed a Diploma of Fine Art at RMIT, Melbourne. His expansive painted works explore variations in perspective and utilise the cinematic language of film noir to suggest dark urban narratives. His recent series of works on paper are detailed studies of musical instruments and household items, utilising his recognisable varying perspectives. Neilson’s work has been exhibited nationally in Sydney and Melbourne and internationally in London and Salzberg.

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Peter Neilson – Artist Feature

Peter Neilson is known for his enigmatic large scale paintings featuring interlacing narratives, mysterious characters and multiple shifting perspectives. His …

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Dianne Fogwell – ‘Prescience’ Exhibition at Geelong Gallery

Image above: Dianne Fogwell  Prescience  2023  linocut and woodcut  4,500 x 145 cm  – installation at Geelong Gallery Congratulations to …

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Raymond Arnold Highly Commended & Rodney Pople a Finalist in the 2024 Glover Prize

Image above: Raymond Arnold Congratulations to Raymond Arnold, who has been Highly Commended in the 2024 Glover Prize, and to …

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