Art2Muse

Artworks available at the gallery

The inner city’s architecture, iconic buildings and district views have inspired Robyn’s ʻbuilding blocks’ series. Robyn has lived in Balmain and Rozelle for 20 years and loves the little views and unique houses discovered while walking her dog.

Her passion for sketching and architecture has merged to form these sculptural pieces. Each work is an individually hand coloured sketch, using pen, ink and watercolour. The sketches are bonded to recycled timber, sanded and layered with a gloss varnish. The timber has its own history, usually coming from houses built in the area in the 1890ʼs that are being renovated. Purchase the works to stand in a group, or individually and they can also be wall mounted.

“I have loved creating art from the area and turning old wood that was being thrown out in to something collectable!”

Robyn first started exhibiting her art in 2003 with "your house or street!" She took time out from her career in fashion and textile design to have a family and has never looked back. The creative path she has followed is far more rewarding and she gets to balance ʻworkʼ and a family. Robyn freelances as a colour consultant and has helped many clients recolour their homes and get the most out of where they live. She also paints commissioned blocks. Robyn works from emailed pictures of client’s homes to turn them into a piece of art that is affordable and a keepsake. Perfect as a gift for yourself or a friend! “Being an artist is so rewarding and fulfils my creative needs. I have been able to respond to the financial uncertainty and carbon tax issues by painting miniature pieces, plus I am recycling timber that is precious and took years to grow. It’s a good feeling!”

Selected Exhibitions

2003 Exhibited at Curtis Street Gallery,
2003 Exhibited in the Balmain Art Show.
2004 Exhibited at The Watch House, Balmain.
2005 Exhibited in ‘Walk the streets’ Newtown.
2005 Exhibited at Sydney Art Show ‘05.
2005 Solo Exhibition Melbourne at McCulloch Gallery.
2006 Group exhibition at Global Gallery, Paddington.
2006 Commissioned painting for ‘Carlson Wagonlit’ Travel HQ, Sydney.
2006 Solo Exhibition at MLC Gallery, Sydney.
2006 Balmain Art Show
2006 Private Commission
2007 Affordable Art Show
2007 Balmain Art and Craft Show
2008 Singapore Private Fundraiser for Tabitha Foundation
2008 Balmain Art Show
2010 Finalist Designer Rugs National Design Competition
2010 Balmain Art Show
2011 Balmain Watch House
2011 Breathing Colours, Balmain
Du Moulin Gallery, Annandale

Art Related Education & Training

2001 School of Colour and Design, Sydney:
Diploma in Textile and Surface Design;
Diploma in Interior Decorating.
Graduated with two recognised Industry Awards.
2000 Printing workshops and drawing classes completed at La Salle College of the Arts, Singapore.
Docent Training programme at Singapore Art Museum (Voluntary)
1994 Certificate in Colour Theory Foundation Design Course
School Of Colour and Design
1985 Diploma Fashion Design

Commissions available

Contact Katrina Hampton 0424809849