Lori Pensini. The sunset messenger. 76cm x 101cm.

Those of you already familiar with the paintings of some or all of these artists will no doubt recognise the originality and talent of these Australian painters. We have, new in stock a selection of works by these artists along with brilliant new paintings by Henryk Szydlowski, Ben Stack and Ken Knight.

We still offer our usual outstanding services including free home or office trials throughout Sydney, free delivery and hanging and a 2 year exchange guarantee.

As a further incentive we're offering our collector members an extra 2.5% discount until December 31.

A new exhibition of paintings by John Maitland opens on December 2nd at our Gallery on the foyer level of the Sofital Wentworth Hotel, Sydney. 

John Maitland’s innovative style is created and conceived outdoors.

His pigments are mixed with organic and inorganic material and applied by his hand to bond with archival substrates to the support.

These are left outside, exposed to the elements, including the extreme heat of the sun. The built-up layers are encouraged to crack and fissure to give an aged appearance resembling archaic surfaces.

Dynamic and aggressive gestures are used to build up layers of paint which impart heavy texture and impasto. Broad, sweeping brush strokes and the brutality of paint application give rawness and beauty in an understated and sometimes unfinished way, thus the paradox of strength versus gentleness contributing to the evocative power and distinctive characteristics of Maitland’s style.

In some instances his work may seem näive, even primitive, with its flatness of planes and decorative effects. However, this is not so as proportions and space are carefully calculated with great precision to achieve his striking expressive style.

His flat colour and form, including facial features and bodily shapes, do not always reflect reality but that is unique to him as the artist.

In his latest exhibition Maitland has completed a number of works in red, a colour for which he is renowned. There are few artists who can match his versatility with this powerful primary. Some works have gold accompaniments serving to complement richness and impart luminosity to the myriad textures.

In quite a few works these elements have been used to underscore the isolation and alienation of youth. Expressed in the interdependence of landscape and figure, paintings that at first appear joyful and exuberant have an edge to them with frailty and vulnerability being exposed.

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This exhibition of paintings by standout Australian Indigenous Artists, to be held at our Gallery in 17 Bligh Street will feature works by Emily Kngwarreye, Barbara Weir, Yinarupa Nangala, Elizabeth Nyumi, Naata Nungurrayi, Gloria Petyarre, Ngoia Pollard, Kathleen Petyarre, George Hairbrush Tjungurrayi, Dorothy Napangardi, Judy Watson Napangardi and many more.

You can view some of the collection online here but the internet and a computer screen simply can't do these beautiful paintings justice.

These are highly collectable paintings by world leading contemporary artists. They are the new superstars of art. Their work is in huge demand and critically acclaimed all over the world.  Be sure to come along and view this show. The vibrant colours and wonderful designs are captivating.

All works are available to purchase and there will be special pricing on select pieces over a 4 day period. Also on offer is a range of 24 small pieces by Betty Mbitjana, Jeannie Petyarre and Mary Pitjara - these works start at just $255 and make wonderful gifts. Any purchase over $1000 will allow you your choice of one of these pieces (unstretched) absolutely free.

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Coming to our Sofitel Gallery on November 10th is a superb collection of new paintings by the world renowned Palla Jeroff. It's been nearly a year since his last solo exhibition with us and we can't wait to get these new pieces on our walls.

These are masterful works of great beauty and are sure to be snapped up by his many collectors. If you're not familiar with Palla's paintings you must come and see them in the flesh. If you'd like to join us for the exhibition, please click here for the online invitation. Numbers will be limited so please RSVP.

When Wentworth Galleries reproduced a series of Alister Simpson studies I was responsible for the colour correction of the Limited Edition prints. It was a remarkable experience that showed me just how much someone can know about horses, their ability and their anatomy. "The light shining between the 3rd and 4th rib on Sunline is a little dull. Sunline has a particularly pronounced muscle there and we need to bring that out more" is something Alister might have said during these session. He knows all there is to know about horses. Just his sketch notes have more information in them that most punters will ever know.

Due to overwhelming demand from those that missed out, Alister will be signing his book again today (Melbourne Cup Day) at the Gallery - 61 Phillip Street Sydney. The books are superbly produced and make excellent gifts. Christmas is just around the corner.

Come in, have a glass of Champagne and you might just back the winner.

Alister Simpson will be signing his just released book "A Brush with Horses" at our Gallery in the Sofitel Wentworth Hotel at 61 Phillip Street.

This high quality, exquisitely produced book is a celebration of Alister's work. Presenting a cross section of his favourite pieces, from sketches to watercolours and oils, it reveals the depth of his talent and the breadth of his style.

Alister has been recognised for three decades as the leading equine artist in Australia and is a participating member in the prestigious American Academy of Equine Art.

This is a great opportunity to meet Alister and acquire a signed edition of A Brush with Horses.

Gallery at the Wentworth
Foyer Level, Sofitel Wentworth Hotel.
61 Phillip Street, Sydney 2000.