Nat works in oil on canvas and linen and uses masking tape to cover both vertical and horizontal areas between layers of paint, revealing the previous layer when removed.
Theo uses acrylic on canvas and canvas paper and constructs the landscape with defined horizons while playing with the vertical structure of water lines within the compositions.
Littoral is a joint exhibition by Albany artists Nat Rad and Theo, marking the first time they have presented their work together after participating in numerous group exhibitions. The inspiration for this collaboration arose from independent creative research, which revealed a shared interest in the concept of the ‘nearshore.’ Through their individual artistic practices, both artists ventured out to document the area surrounding Menang Koort (King George Sound) on the Albany coast, focusing on the unique shapes, colors, and movements found within these landscapes.
More Voidscape works in progress.
Transparency of image interaction.
After making a short film with soundscape earlier in the year, I am now looking to translate a couple stills into paintings. Documentation of process.
I feel a process is emerging.
The first small study concentrated on blocking in areas with charcole in a loose way, underpainting in complementaries then final layer with body added to the paint.
To translate a work into a larger format, I found the muscle memory of the composition stronger.
“This work is taken from 2023, a day painting at Katrine, outside Toodyay, WA. Behind the farm stay a hill of golden wheat was being harvested over the days, imprinting the landscape with lines. A November sun blurred the vision by day but at dusk the mauves combined with a softer yellow. I wanted to work in a freer fashion after again working with stencils on the project before. This work focused on colour, line and texture as I tried a new paint thickener.
A huge thank you to Hon. Alannah MacTiernan and Rebecca Stephens for their support of the Art Lease Project.
The relationship started by a request to supply an work for their reception which ended up photo bombed the opening of the office!
Since 2021, I have had the pleasure of sourcing and installing 41 artworks over 6 collections in their shared office.
Some stats for you:
22 different local artists have supplied artworks
Through sale of artworks $3472 have been paid directly to artists
$868 from the 20% sales commission have supported Albany Roller Derby League and Kinjarling Marsupial Rescue
Our agreement has come to an end and I am very thankful for the opportunity and support provided by all staff.
Very proud of what has been achieved.
Best wishes for the future!
As the year comes to an end I want to thank all of the artists who support this project. You are a passionate, professional and supportive bunch who I enjoy working with.
Just like an apple a day, art makes our lives better!
Nat Rad Artist + Artsworker 