Barbara Connolly has been practicing her art for the past ten years. She has exhibited at Strathnairn Arts, Strathnairn ACT and Raglan Gallery, Cooma NSW. Private commissions are held with collectors in Ottawa & Toronto, Canada and Canberra.

Read more about Barbara here.

Identity in Landscape is and exhibition showcasing Valeska Tilly and Barbara Connolly at Tyger Gallery.

Both artists developed a very early intrinsic connection to landscape and the bush environment close to their homes. Growing up in different states of Australia, as young children they both spent time in the bush playing and being alone with the spirit of the landscape. An understanding of the life force and energy of the country became instilled in both of them during these early years.

In this body of work Barbara is aiming to capture a sense of place within the landscapes. Focusing on the elements of nature, light and water to create the desired emotion to transport the viewer to a place familiar or a fleeting moment passed.

Connolly looks at many issues with her work including asking the viewer to consider their personal relationship to environmental issues and climate change.

With an increasing awareness of living mindfully and considering the decisions we make as consumers Connolly imbues her work with tough yet quietly personal questions for the viewer.

Connolly says of her work: ‘I feel compelled to capture a sense of natural beauty in my art practice using layers of colour, shadow, light and texture. A visual record of time standing still.’

Shipping to anywhere in Australia is just $50 for this work. International shipping is available on request.