It’s been a little while since we saw some work from Caitlin Rigby, but whenever we do we have to post something up – we’re big fans of her work, and over the years its continued to evolve in spectacular fashion. This week brings her new solo show, Reflection to Off The Kerb gallery in Collingwood …

“This recent body of work explores portraiture. In these paintings, the facial features have been left empty and hollow. I have developed the presence of my subjects, through the build-up of abstract painting techniques, using shape, line and colour to suggest the form and its existence.

“Rigby’s free formed works are a serene field of blues and earth-tones, organic and gentle, which offer an introspective look into identity and a new perspective on the age-old art form of portraiture. The paintings feel very Australian, without a whisper of kitsch-ness, all the while maintaining a very definite sense of Rigby and her artistic identity. It’s a lovely thing, to see a young artist with such a bright and confident vision who can blaze such a unique trail..” (Erin Stobie _ Outlet Magazine, 2016)

You can also check out a great interview with Caitlin about this most recent show over at Outlet magazine. Head down on the night, and while you’re there, check out HAHAs show in the front room as well!

Who: Caitlin Rigby
What: Reflection solo show
Where: Off The Kerb gallery, 66b Johnston St, Collingwood, VIC
When: Show opens Friday 9th September from 6pm til 9pm, and runs until the 23rd of September 2o16

Check out Caitlin Rigbys website for more info on the artist!