Anne Lorraine presents a series of paintings featuring “rock formations and other heavy burdens.” Her theme aims to convey the dire state of the world but also the unrelenting beauty of all things natural.
Lorraine has produced weight and volume in her rock subjects, those things which weigh us down or sink us to the bottom. However, the subtle layering of ink and her use of repetitive lines produce a delicacy that lightens their load. While the underlying sentiment is pessimistic the images determinedly want to celebrate all earthly treasures.
Anne Lorraine, Rock Pile, 2024, ink on board, 31.5 × 59.5cm. Courtesy the artist and WAS Gallery, Victoria
WAS Gallery
20 July to 14 September 2024
Victoria
