Figures presents a magnificent series of large-scale nudes by painter Jenny Rodgerson, which highlight her masterful ability to express the essence of the human form through nuanced light and shade, expressive brushstrokes and bold colour harmonies. These captivating works are exhibited alongside a collection of oils portraying the artist’s beloved dogs, their languid forms in interplay with vibrantly coloured Baluch rugs and kilims.
‘The human figure is so complex and interesting to paint. Painting one on one with a model is intense, there is always movement which challenges you to look and focus. The eye never settles on the whole all at once, but darts from one area to another. Painting from life captures this energy – there is always a degree of looseness or movement.
I try not to over intellectualize what I see but rather respond to what is in front of me. It is a play between the sitter, the artist and the illusive creativity that comes from being in the present moment. The body is a vessel for consciousness and I am fascinated by what it can express. The angles, shapes and colours of the human body with light on it is endlessly interesting and beautiful to me.’ – Jenny Rodgerson, 2024
Above image details: Jenny Rodgerson Mum’s orange cardigan 2024 oil on linen 60 x 40 cm Congratulations to Jenny Rodgerson and …
Image: Jenny Rodgerson Self portrait with mudras 2023 oil on linen 165 x 107 cm Congratulations to Michelle Hiscock and …
Jenny Rodgerson Languid line 2 oil on linen 110 x 220 cm. Congratulations to Jenny Rodgerson, who has been highly …
Image above: Orest Keywan That Line 2023 steel 168 x 271 x 190cm Congratulations to Orest Keywan, Michael Snape and …
Image above: Andrew Antoniou Weird & Wonderful 2024 charcoal on paper 82 x 88 cm Congratulations to Andrew Antoniou who …
Image above: Christine Wrest-Smith Portrait of Susan Johnson oil on linen 122 x 92cm Congratulations to Christine Wrest-Smith who has been …
Image above: Deborah Williams The air smells different 2023 aquatint intalgio 53×39.5cm Congratulations to Deborah Williams, Martin King and Phillip …
Image above: Sarah Tomasetti From Balpatta X 2024 145 x 150 cm pigment oil and marble dust on fresco Congratulations to Holly …
Image above (left to right): Graeme Drendel Portrait of Rick 2024 oil on canvas 41 x 31 cm | Michelle Hiscock …
Image above: Janet Luxton Giant Australian Cuttlefish 2021 oil on canvas 120x160cm Congratulations to Janet Luxton who has had two …
Above image: Wayne Eager, Allegory I 2023 oil on linen 95 x 133 cm Wayne Eager was interviewed by Janet …
Image above: Marina Strocchi The vineyards of Madden’s Lane 2023 acrylic on linen 122 x 152 cm Congratulations to Kate …
Congratulations to Jennifer Keeler – Milne for being selected as a finalist in the Ravenswood Art Prize 2024 for her …