A CURATED PLACE
MEA CULPA
Opening night: Friday, 8 November. 6pm - 8pm
On view: 8 - 23 November, 2024
Join us on the evening of Friday 8th November for the opening reception of Shane Bonsujet's solo exhibition 'Mea Culpa'Shane Bonsujet is a visual artist based and working out of his studio in Melbourne.Shanes art often draws on lived experiences and memories that explore themes of psychology, growth, empowerment and discovery forming a deep connection with viewers.Emotive, expressive, intuitive and playful, Shane's paintings are inspired by many influences such as the natural world, existentialism and philosophy that create a balance and duality between depth in concept and naïve appearance.
Bold colours and expressive brushwork create an open dance floor for curious mark making, naïve characters, patterns, symbols and motifs that balance abstraction and various other styles and references.Shanes paintings are held in public and private collections all over the country and internationally, and has been a finalist in various notable art prizes and exhibited in several exhibitions, group shows and art fairs.
Please join us in the gallery on the evening of Friday 8th November for the opening reception of 'MEA CULPA' 6pm - 8pm.The exhibition will remain on view in the gallery until Saturday 23rd November.
Artist statement:‘Mea Culpa’Over the last few years I have grown an interest in trauma and emotional well being. Having gone through my own personal reflection and discovery with my own trauma it has become a bit of a priority in life to try and understand but also to grow from. This body of work is a personal reflection into my healing journey with trauma. It examines the emotional states and psychology of dealing with trauma as I navigate my own understanding and awareness around the topic. The works explore many themes around the topic such as emotional triggers, reactivity, impulsiveness and self sabotage and reflection whilst aiming to bring greater awareness to therapy and mental well being. Exploring my own battles, the works act as journal entries as I navigate the vulnerable space of self reflection.
'MEA CULPA' is sponsored by
Sea Salt & Sage Catering, Young Henrys, Usher Tinkler Wines, Heaps Norma, Non World.
CURRENTLY SHOWING & UPCOMING
UPCOMING
'MEA CULPA' / Shane Bonsujet
8th - 23rd November, 2024
Opening reception, Friday 8th November 6pm - 8pm
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