"I hope my work brings people a sense of joy and comfort, allowing them to feel the warmth and happiness I experience while painting." Sarah McCullough

Life in Colour

Nov 6

Written By GoLive

We are delighted to welcome emerging artist Sarah McCullough to the galler for our upcoming group show, *Life in Colour*.

We are delighted to welcome artist Sarah McCullough to the gallery for our upcoming group show, Life in Colour.

The show brings together more than 30 incredible artists from all over the country for a joyous celebration of vibrant colour.

Please register now to join us on Saturday 16 November from 1pm as we celebrate this superb show in the company of the amazing artists involved. Put your name down now for this FREE event, and pop your contact details on the mailing list at the same time to get early pre-sales access to the works in the show.

Sarah is an emerging artist from Sutherland Shire whose rich and vibrant work focuses on landscapes, flora and fauna and draws inspiration from the coastlines and country of New South Wales. Her work has been featured in this year's Artexpress and she held a solo show at Clifton School of Arts.

We're excited to welcome her to Tyger and show her beautiful work in Life in Colour.

Ahead of the show opening, Sarah told us about using vibrant colour to highlight the landscape, the nostalgia of playing ‘I spy’, and how she hopes people feel when they see her work.

Where do you create your work?

"I live in the Sutherland Shire, but I frequently travel to the South Coast, particularly the Lake Conjola area, which is where a lot of my creative inspiration comes from."

"The natural landscapes of the bush and sea deeply influence my work, and I often depict these scenes in my art. I create from my small home studio and use photos I've taken during my explorations as references for my artworks."

How do you create your work?

"I draw inspiration primarily from photos of the places I’ve travelled. My painting process begins with applying a base coat, a mix of water and paint, to eliminate the stark white of the canvas. I then sketch out my image and build up layers of colour using thick brushstrokes and palette knife techniques."

"I love working with complementary colours—orange and blue, yellow, green, and purple—to highlight the vibrant palette of the Australian landscape."

Tell us the story of your work in Life in Colour

"My artwork I spy….a cow was inspired by the farmland along the road of Milton."

"I have chosen to use a warm toned colour palette of Naples Yellow and Deep Cadmium Orange reflected in the sky and land, juxtaposed with the lushness of greens and blues, to emphasise the forever changing natural landscape and farmlands of Milton. The thick brushstrokes depicted in the painting reflect the movement of time as seasons change and present a new colour palette to admire. I have chosen for the artwork to have a child-like presence, mimicking the nostalgic feeling of going on long roadtrips and looking out the window of the car playing ‘I spy’, hence the title."

"I hope for my audience to feel a sense of warmth and comfort within the piece, making a connection that reminds them of their favourite place."

What inspires you?

"I am deeply inspired by the Australian natural landscape, from the places I’ve travelled - whether it be the bush, farmland, or seascapes. I have a deep appreciation for nature, finding beauty in even the smallest details, like a banksia pod. The diverse colours, shapes, and textures of the Australian landscape provide endless inspiration for my work."

What do you hope people feel when they see your work?

"I hope my work brings people a sense of joy and comfort, allowing them to feel the warmth and happiness I experience while painting. I want my audience to not only connect deeply with the art but also feel a sense of nostalgia, reflecting on the places they’ve travelled and cherished."