“Working with found objects, I let the object guide me. Holding the object and considering the different aspects, I reflect on which memory the object evokes.” Valeska Tilly

Apr 13

Written By GoLive

The brilliant Valeska Tilly will be one of the amazing artists in Tyger’s upcoming group show, *Living in Another World*.

Tyger is delighted to welcome back gallery favourite Valeska Tilly for our upcoming abstract landscapes show, Living in Another World.

The show brings together around 40 artists from all over the country to show us the world we know and love through an abstracted lens.

Living in Another World runs from 19-28 April at Tyger Gallery in Yass. The online catalogue for the show will go out to subscribers soon. Sign up here now to make sure you don’t miss out on your favourite works.

Valeska’s stunning work in the show is Night Mountain I, a 28x35cm (framed size) ink on wood piece. It’s an absolute beauty.

Ahead of the show, Valeska told us about what inspired Night Mountain I and finding memories in found objects.

How would you describe your work in the show?

“Night Mountain I, ink on found wood, is a small work evoking the memories of the 2020 fires in Canberra's south, in particular fires on Mt Tennent. The work is abstract and minimal with a dramatic palate.”

Tell us about where and how you create your work?

“Working with found objects and in this example, found timber, I let the object guide me when contemplating an image. I consider the grain of the timber, the natural colours, the form of the piece of timber. Holding the object and considering the different aspects, I reflect on which memory the object evokes. What does it remind me of?”

“The shape of the timber in Night Mountain I, reminded me of a mountain and with the application of intense black and orange ink to the timber surface, the image of Mt Tennent appeared.”

What inspires you?

“Everything and everywhere inspires my work. In particular, finding beautiful, quirky objects in nature and the landscape and transforming them into a work that appeals and conjures up emotion for the viewer.”

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

“An image that holds the viewer's gaze encouraging them to question what the image represents. Then, after reading the artist statement, to ponder their own memories of the fires in the Canberra region and how it impacted on them personally. To also consider we live in a beautiful country that can, at times, be dangerous and devastating.”

Anything else you want to tell us?

“A subtle consideration regarding the work is the connection with the medium used by the artist. The recycled / found timber is also fuel for a fire.”