Daisy Donaldson

PLC Armidale

THE AUSTRALIAN BIO-SPHERE

Drawing

Pencil on paper

My body of work examines Australia's diverse ecosystems with the intention of evoking wonder and curiosity. The recurring motif of the sphere conveys the distinctiveness and biodiversity of five major Australian landscapes. The spheres also represent a transformation of the flora and fauna into alien- like organisms. Each sphere was drawn freehand, intentionally imperfect, to communicate the organic irregularities of nature. I chose vibrant colour and an illustrative, playful style to encourage audiences to rediscover familiar landscapes with fresh eyes and a childlike sense of curiosity. The key catalogues the 76 native and introduced species referenced in the work.

My artmaking practice has been influenced by the study and interpretation of the following artists: Guido Maestri, May Gibbs.