Oil on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

Signed on the front.

This work will be on display at the Bluethumb Gallery in Richmond, Melbourne for the 2023 Bluethumb Art Prize Finalists Exhibition from October 11th to November 27th. Delivery of this work will take place following the 2023 Bluethumb Art Prize Awards Night on October 26th.

This is my 'tool wall' in my studio. I see it every day I'm in the studio and I'd wanted to make a painting based on it for a couple of years now. Not only does it represent the practical 'behind the scenes' craftsman side of my art practice and shows a glimpse into the studio, but each of the tools has it's own unique purpose, shape and colour combos. Through the painting process I certainly came to appreciate the individual character and colour highlights of each and every tool on my wall.