Interview - Adam Oehlers
- Art, International, Interviews & Editorial, Melbourne
- June 15, 2011
There is a curious thing happening in the world today, something vast and progressive, yet outside of the viewpoint of those who pay it little attention. We take it as given, we adapt to its changes and we feel its ubiquity without really understanding what is happening – because, for the most part, it is
READ MOREWith the Adelaide art scene experiencing a wave of popularity and progression, it seems as if there are new shows, artists and galleries appearing every week. Having had a solid scene for some time, it now appears as if the city is opening up and offering creatively driven individuals with a bit of drive more
READ MOREStepping into the darkened warehouse, the fresh aroma of shaved timber, resins and paint hit me immediately – nestled into an unsuspecting, near hidden laneway somewhere in North Melbourne, there is no doubt that it was a place of work; the scents prove as much. We walked to the back of the warehouse, Adnate passed
READ MOREWith a relatively swift trajectory, Hush has fast become a significant figure amongst the new, avant-garde class of artists whose techniques are derived from a blending of street, design and traditional elements. The vast majority of Hushs work is infused with swirling, seemingly chaotic urban mark making. His style conveys a remarkable unity of modern
READ MORERemembering back some years, I recall when I first became aware of Tom Civils work. I’d heard about a screening on TV of a new documentary, Rash, all about the emergence of a whole bunch of new street artists in Melbourne,. I was eager to check out what was happening over here (at the time
READ MOREYou only need to take a quick glimpse at any one piece of work by Jasper Wong to see that his is a unique, colourful and vibrant mind. With characters that draw scenic-route influences from all walks of high, sub and alternative culture, as well as his own internal musings, Jasper is an artist with
READ MOREHamishi is that guy you always see with a massive smile on his face and a friendly hello – you know the guy – warm, friendly and who has time for most everyone. He’s also wonderfully driven and has a blissful dedication to pursuing his artistic talents – without a doubt, we are going to
READ MOREEmerging or established, what most piques our interest in both an artist and their work are the stories that wend their way through their creative journey. From beginning to end, each artists life is network of creation, connections and chronicles that are unique – and, having the chance to capture one of these stories from
READ MORE