Narelle Callen

Medium Painting

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Address 101 Quinn’s Parade, Mount Eliza, 3930
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Art has always held a central place in my life.

After working for several years as a designer, I made a natural move into project management where I got very distracted working on large infrastructure projects for more than 20 years. In 2014 I found my way back to painting as a hobby and was reminded of how much I loved and missed doing art. And to be honest, how much happier I was when I was being creative. Since mid 2017 art, and now textile design, have been my focus. My work is mostly abstracted contemporary landscapes and seascapes, for which I have developed my own style and method. Although I have foundations in design, I am largely a self-taught artist when it comes to using paint, mediums and canvas.

I am fascinated by light, blending and layering of colour, textures, patterns and abstract mark making and the harmonies and contrasts of that can be achieved when these elements work together. Living on the Mornington Peninsula also offers me the inspiration of nature itself. My works is semi abstract using acrylic and mixed media, but you will often recognise headlands, grasslands, hills, paddocks, the sea and beaches in my work. I enjoy painting in both large and small format and usually prepare several collections each year. Recently, I have started teaching workshops and classes, so if you like my work and process, please see my website for upcoming classes. Open Studio Weekends are a lot of fun and it’s great to welcome you in to see my work, studio and process.