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​"Searching Between the Lines"

 

I'm searching for meaning in a world of contradictions.

 

The space between intersecting extremes is where life gets complicated but also interesting and valuable. 

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I'm drawn to painting elusive moments with an element of intrigue, which prompt the viewer to wonder about what's happening and what will happen next. 

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About

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​​I grew up in Canada and pursued my dream to become a Classical (hand-drawn) Animator in Toronto. 

 

After feeling creatively unsatisfied working in this field, I followed my roots back to Italy to explore and get my spark back.

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I spent nearly a year in Florence before the sea drew me to Sicily, where I learned to surf and exhibited my art.

 

Surfing then led me to Australia where I fell in love and became a mum. 

 

When my relationship ended, I started selling my artwork at local markets and my business slowly grew.​

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My original paintings have since exhibited at the 40 Under 40 Exhibition in Cooroy, The Brisbane Affordable Art Fair, and the Small Scale Art Award at Lethbridge Gallery.​

 

I started Live Sketching for events in 2023 and sketched over 450 people in 2024.​

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Live Sketching beautifully combines my drawing skills from animation and love of fashion from Italy, with my quest for meaning. 

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