BIOGRAPHY
French’s artwork is a poignant translation of the emotional and ethereal, juxtaposing the rural and urban landscapes that have shaped her life’s journey. With a keen eye for versatility, French masterfully selects her media, often employing oil paints to emphasize the vibrant colors of the Australian landscape. Her artwork is a testament to the beauty of contrast, blending the organic with the man-made to create a unique visual language that invites the viewer to contemplate the intricate relationships between nature, identity, and experience.
Through her art, French captures the essence of the Australian terrain, from the rugged vastness of the outback to the steel and concrete of urban cityscapes. Her use of color, texture, and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the emotional and psychological spaces that inspire her work. French’s art is a reflection of her own journey, a navigation of the complexities of human experience and the search for meaning in the world around us.
CV
Carmonn French is a multidisciplinary artist born and raised in Narrandera, NSW. Her work is inspired by the Australian landscape and explores the human experience of inner turmoil. With a unique blend of artistic expression and emotional depth, French’s artwork captures the raw beauty of the world around her.
Artistic Practice:
French’s artwork translates the emotional and ethereal, juxtaposing rural and urban landscapes that have shaped her life. With a keen eye for versatility, French skillfully selects her media, often employing oil paints to emphasize the vibrant colors of the Australian landscape.
Education:
– McDonald collage performing arts school
Exhibitions:
– 2017: “Piece in the Shape”, Kudos Gallery
– 2018:
– “Crossing Back”, Hamptons House Gallery
– “Enzo Lunch” Album Launch Exhibition
– “100 Faces”, Carmonn French Gallery, Darlinghurst
– 2019: “100 Faces”, Shack Gallery, Sydney
– 2020: “Thread”, 371 Gallery, Marrickville
– 2021: “Clear Away the Dust”, Parliament House, Sydney
– 2022: “Chaos and Order”, Razorhurst Gallery
– 2023: “Like a Lover”, Carmonn French Gallery, Sydney
– 2024:
– “554kms”, Narrandera Art Gallery
– Group Show, Azur Galleria, Berlin
Skills:
– Oil painting
– Mixed media
– sculptor
– Carver
– Performance artist
Collections:
Piece in the shape
Rubik’s collective ~ Melbourne, Sydney, Germany
Awards and Residencies:
Narrandera artist in residence 2023
STATEMENT
My art is a sacred space, I combine together vibrant and theatrical colours and harsh textures to create moments of solace or perhaps a moment of escape. If my work resonates with another’s soul, I’ve done my job – for I believe art offers a respite from the world’s intensity. With each piece, I strive to translate a moment of honesty and hope. The more courage I bring to the work, the stronger it speaks
