Sydney artist Leah Fraser unveils her captivating new exhibition ‘Persephone’s Descent’ at Arthouse Gallery. Drawing on the myth of Persephone, Leah explores themes of transformation, power and the feminine psyche through her signature dreamlike canvases. Lush, symbolic and richly detailed, each work invites the viewer into a multilayered feverish world where mythology and mysticism meet contemporary storytelling. The mystical, allegorical and spiritual realms entwine with the feminine experience through whimsical figuration and imaginings of flora and fauna.
Working from her studio in Bronte, Sydney, Leah is a multidisciplinary artist with painting, sculpture, ceramics and drawing forming her practice. On view until July 19 at Arthouse Gallery, Rushcutters Bay.
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Award-winning interior designer Meryl Hare OAM launches her fourth collection with Designer Rugs. It’s a glorious ode to the Australian landscape composed with Meryl’s masterly use of muted colour and pattern.
“This collection is our fourth with the wonderful team at Designer Rugs, and each one has brought us more insight into the artisan processes and possibilities that make these rugs so individual and beautiful,” says Meryl. “We have drawn on the natural world in this collection, which aligns with the materials that make up each design. We thank Designer Rugs for their unwavering collaborative support in bringing our ideas to reality.” The collection is crafted from Tibetan wool, prized for its unparalleled softness, durability and natural beauty.
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Make the world your greenhouse and join horticulturist Garth Phillips and his sister, Anna, for a hands-on kokedama workshop on Saturday July 5 at Centennial Vineyards’ Barrel Shed in Bowral. If you’re craving a botanical refresh, perhaps it’s time to learn the traditional Japanese art of moss-wrapped plant balls using natural materials and live plants.
Garth and Anna have worked with names such as Paul Bangay and Melissa Penfold, so you know you’re in good hands. And the best part is that creating your own kokedama is wonderfully beginner-friendly. With just a houseplant, some soil, a bit of moss and a willingness to get your hands dirty, Garth and Anna will show you how to transform humble houseplants into moss-wrapped botanical sculptures. It’s an inspiring workshop where all materials are provided, with morning tea and lunch (with wine) served on the Terrace. 10.30am-2pm, $145 per person.
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Up the style ante of your table setting with pieces from the Hermès En Contrepoint collection. Celebrating dissonance in vibrant porcelain form, friezes circle each piece of tableware, with squares, diamonds and circles creating hypnotic twists in 30 shades of orange, teal, violet and deep blue. Painted in watercolour by celebrated artist Nigel Peake, the collection encompasses playful sets and exquisite centrepieces. |
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KURIO Crimson Jam by LARK Distillery is a bold new expression from Tasmania’s whisky vanguard. Finished in Tasmanian cherry and sparkling-wine-seasoned casks, this blended malt offers a vibrant medley of jammy red fruits, applewood smoke and indulgent notes of Black Forest cake, custard and mocha. Crafted for the curious, it’s equally suited to sipping neat or starring in a cocktail. A modern classic in the making, it’s a must for adventurous palates.
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