Born in Ioannina, in north-western Greece, and migrating to Australia as a child, Mary Raphael’s life and art have been shaped by journeys both personal and geographic.
Set in the historic former monastery, her new exhibition brings together vibrant acrylic works — bold in colour, rich in texture, and deeply inspired by the Australian landscape.
Her paintings often echo the palette of the Australian outback — the deep reds of the earth, the turquoise seas, the brilliant colours of native flowers and sunsets.
But more than colour, there is a sense of connection to place, and to story.
Mary hopes her current exhibition will inspire those who visit to see the Australian landscape — and perhaps their own journey through it — with fresh eyes.
Listen here the story in Greek
