‘Art of Ealain’ : Original art and illustrations by Clare Hamilton
3rd May – 30th June
Clare’s love and intrigue of painting started as a young girl when she was introduced to the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, a Scottish architect, designer and watercolourist. His artistic approach had much in common with European Symbolism and was influential in the European design movements such as Art Nouveau. His work is simple in design yet intricate and enthralling.
Watercolour is her medium of choice and a bit of an old favourite. She also goes through phases of using acrylics and ink line drawing. Her paintings take inspiration from nature melding familiar objects and organic patterns. She uses a combination of things seen, remembered or imagined. Her style is illustrative in nature whilst also evoking symbolism through her subject matter.
More recently Clare has been focusing on flora and fauna, however, she is equally inspired by a number of drawing subjects whether they are life drawing, landscapes, abstracts and more. Clare is one of the permanent artists at the Margaret River Artisan Store, where along with her original work, she sells other products with her unique artwork prints.
Clare’s business ‘Art of Ealain’ is a name honouring her Scottish roots. The word Ealain is Scottish Gaelic pronounced ‘ya-lain’ meaning to be creative, an acquired craft or skill.
The exhibition continues in the Cocoon Gallery for Emerging Artists until the end of June. Artworks are for sale so take your time when you enter the library and have a browse.
