The Gift

The GiftDeborah De Angelis is a firm believer that beauty comes from the ashes. Despite an idyllic childhood exploring her father's sprawling art studio, Deborah's adult life has been punctuated with danger and uncertainty as she navigated life alongside her deeply traumatised ex husband. Existing in a highly stressed and heightened state, Deborah found herself engulfed with anxiety and panic attacks. Through the highs and lows, painting has been Deborah's

Along the way

This symbolic work endeavours to convey the idea that by living a heart-centred life - one connected to nature and grounded in the innocence of a newborn - we can be happier and healthier than if we allow the mind to dictate our feelings through fear and anxiety (represented by the spider)

The aloe vera plant is eating tacos by the hammock

she draws inspiration from personal life experiences and her unique perspective on the world

and be present

studying Fine Arts and Ceramics in Wollongong

embodying resilience

working mainly in acrylic and mixed media

Jennifer regards art as intrinsic to both her identity and vocation

'War of the Worlds' represents the chaos and destruction of what was once peaceful and beautiful

I always had a plan

Craig is a Brisbane-based artist who enjoys painting detailed scenes of Queensland and Northern New South Wales coastlines