By Kels O'Sullivan
2025
acrylic on wooden panel
81x61cm framed
$2,765
ARTIST STATEMENT
"My new work for ‘Chroma II’ investigates the interplay of shadow and reflection within built and natural environments, while conceptually exploring themes of temporality, transformation, and introspection. The shifting dynamics of light and shadow shape these spaces, creating conversations between transformation, movement and stillness. Through geometric compositions and detailed mark-making, I use repetition to evoke ideas of change, while variations in shape and texture convey a sense of solidity and continuity. Each piece conceptualises a layered meaning, with ambiguous title offering a subtle narrative to invite self reflection and personal interpretation from the audience."
BIO
Kels O’Sullivan is an artist with a foundation in design and illustration, having an Honors Degree in Visual Communication (2001). Drawing inspiration from her surroundings, her work is characterised by aesthetically balanced compositions that are emotive and conceptually layered. Utilising geometry, colour, pattern, line, and repetition, she investigates the symbolic potential of everyday forms, the articulation of emotion, and the interplay between experience and environment. Her current body of work presents a visual inquiry into the aspects of shadow and reflection across both built and natural landscapes, while conceptually addressing notions of temporality, transformation and introspection.
She has exhibited professionally for the past 9 years, including 3 solo shows with Outre Gallery and an upcoming group show at Boom Gallery.