Richard Tedesco is a Melbourne-based flamenco guitarist and musical director of Arte Kanela Flamenco. With over 30 years of experience, he has significantly contributed to Australia's flamenco scene through performances, collaborations, and education.
Matt Walker is an acclaimed Australian guitarist and singer-songwriter, renowned for his contributions to blues and roots music. With multiple ARIA Awards and collaborations with artists like Ashley Davies and Lost Ragas, his versatile career spans performance, production, and composition.
Jim Matheas is a Melbourne-based luthier specializing in handmade acoustic and classical guitars. Since 1994, he has offered personalized instrument crafting and repair services, emphasizing tonal excellence and playability. His workshop is located at 66 Westgarth Street, Fitzroy.
Susan van Wyk is the Senior Curator of Photography at the NGV, where she has curated over sixty photography exhibitions since 1989. Known for her work with Australian and international photography, she brings expertise in photographic history and museum curation to NGV’s diverse exhibitions.
Stewart MacFarlane is an Australian figurative painter known for vivid, narrative-driven works exploring themes of identity and isolation. With over 50 solo exhibitions globally, his art is held in major collections like the National Gallery of Australia and the NGV.
Rick Matear is an Australian artist celebrated for his evocative seascapes and coastal landscapes, particularly those depicting the Mornington Peninsula. His work captures the interplay of light and water, offering viewers a sensory experience of Australia's coastal beauty.
Nic Plowman is an Australian artist renowned for his expressive drawings and paintings that delve into themes of mortality, vulnerability, and masculinity. His work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, and he has been a finalist in several prestigious art prizes.
Mark Schaller is an Australian artist known for his vibrant paintings and sculptures, often depicting dynamic urban scenes and expressive figures. A founding member of Melbourne's Roar Studios, his work is featured in major collections, including the National Gallery of Australia.
Marguerite Tierney is an Australian artist and early childhood visual arts educator based in Newcastle, NSW. She co-owns Blackstone Gallery and is known for her whimsical, darkly humorous artworks inspired by children's imagination and dreams.
Highly celebrated figurative and still life painter Lewis Miller was born in Melbourne in 1959 and trained at the Victorian College of the Arts, where he also completed his post graduate studies. He exhibits at Australian Galleries in Melbourne and Sydney and at Bruce Heiser in Brisbane.
Kate Shaw is an Australian artist renowned for her vibrant, abstract landscapes that explore the intersection of nature and artifice. Her innovative use of acrylic pours and collage techniques has garnered international recognition, positioning her as a significant figure in contemporary art.
Kate Robertson is an Australian photographer whose work explores themes of cultural preservation, environmental awareness, and the intersection of traditional knowledge with contemporary art practices. Her innovative use of camera-less photographic techniques has garnered international recognition.
Julian Twigg is an Australian artist renowned for his expressive maritime paintings, ceramics, and prints. His work captures the dynamic essence of coastal environments, particularly Port Phillip Bay, and is featured in major collections, including the National Gallery of Victoria.
John Waller is an Australian artist renowned for his abstract landscape paintings that capture the essence of the Australian terrain. His work has been exhibited extensively and is held in major collections, including the National Gallery of Victoria.
Jan Senbergs (1939-2024) was an Australian artist and printmaker renowned for his expressive depictions of industrial landscapes and urban environments. His work, spanning over five decades, reflects a profound engagement with themes of human endeavour and the natural world.
