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First Prize in 2002 Modern Art Distant shores of being
Art Dept interview with Dallas Bromley As the winner of your category in the 2002 International Art Contest, being selected by such a diverse group of artists from all around the world, how do you feel?
Honoured. Elated. Appreciative of the consideration from those who
voted, who are themselves esteemed artists My passion for the sea fuels my latest body of works. I am inspired by my location, as my studio is perched on a cliff by the sea. Valerie Cohen, my Sydney representative, comments that my works “have developed in a contemporary style in which intense shimmering light, figures and the sea play an integral role” and says “my control of evocative light constructs a presence in my works”. Sydney based writer, Grant Wolf, says these works “exude modern mythology, rich with strong, contrasting sexy tones”. I
have just completed a successful solo exhibition in Sydney, and I have a
solo show at the Jackman Gallery in Melbourne in April 2003, and also in
Hong Kong at Bark Modern Art in June 2003. I
feel there is an expansion happening in the art buying public. In
particular, there is a much younger group who are keen to explore art in
all it’s diversity. This seems to have “opened up” new areas, with these
attitudes of discovery inducing artists to amplify their works further.
Technology has it’s audience, however it is not on a comparable level to
fine art. The skills of a fine artist, being of that individual’s soul
and transferred directly to canvas, board, stone or any medium by their
own hand, cannot be declared to be similar to the numerous stages used
in technology.
Put everything you’ve got into it. Focus on your creative self and do
not let anything distract you from your work practice. I
was interested in the “international” entrants and therefore the wide
range of works which would be submitted. My selection is from my latest
series of works. I selected this particular piece because it is strong
and compelling and yet allows the viewer to question the scene
presented.
No, I think it is a privilege for your work to also be your passion. I
always keep my favourite piece from each series of works. I
think learning continually broadens your ideas and the ways in which you
work. Studying techniques and the principles of the old masters gives a
good background for you to build on, a solid foundation if you like.
However, the practical side is still the area which I consider most
important. For me, the more I paint, the more I grow.
Yes, in hindsight I should have started painting full time years before
I did.
There are so many exciting cities for art, but London, New York, Paris
and Hong Kong would probably be my first choices
Yes, of course. Another year on, your work evolves dramatically, as does
the work of all the other entrants. It’s a completely new start!
Yes. I have found it most useful for sending galleries overseas my
images and I have also received enquiries on my works from people who
have looked at my website.
No, I think both the concept and the way in which it is managed is
extremely good. Easy to access for those submitting as well as those
viewing and voting. The internet is an incredible “tool” for artists if they choose to use it, but it is really up to each artist to make it work for them. I think the internet will gradually evolve further, however each artist should be out there marketing themselves – after all, none of us want to be the world’s best kept secret!
First Prize in 2002 Modern Art
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