Australian artist Deborah Keogh presents her dreamlike portfolio of portraiture and whimsy. Enjoy and find out more about this artist by visiting her website.
Being an artist is all I have ever wanted to do since a small child. After I finished school I went to Art College for four fabulous years. Following this I taught art at high school for a few years which I did not really enjoy. My life path then took me away from art for many years. During this time I still sketched and did the occasional painting. Not having the opportunity to practice my art regularly was always like a niggling ache, something that I wanted to do but because I felt it was not practical I tried to ignore it.
In 2004 I was given the wonderful opportunity to have a twelve months artist residency and since then have not looked back. Looking back I am just amazed that someone had enough faith in me to give me that chance. I now live in Sydney Australia. My studio is based in the south near a National Park; a wonderful source of inspiration.
I am so grateful to able to practice my art and its something I never take for granted.
Artist Deborah Keogh
Like most artists I like to experiment with different mediums. My primary practice is painting and drawing. I use oil paints (usual without any medium except for turps), watercolour and inks. The last few years have seen me introduce collage into my work. I like to prepare my own canvases. I also work on paper and really anything else that interests me as a surface.
I find inspiration from many sources: people, dreams, overheard conversations, myths and fables. Through my work I explore concepts that intrigue me or events that I have witnessed. In recent years I have also done many commissions. I exhibit both in group and solo exhibitions.
My studio is not large but it is really important to me. It’s a private area away from others where I can experiment and create with no expectations other than my own.
When I am working I feel a strong connection to my subject matter. It’s as if I can feel what the subjects are thinking and feeling. I become part of their world.
I hope my work speaks to the viewer. It’s a wonderful feeling when someone connects to my work
your work does more than speak to me, deborah! it’s a siren song… such a pleasure, thank you, vicki 🙂
Hi Vicki thank you for taking the time to comment . Am happy you have enjoyed viewing my work!
my pleasure, deborah! 🙂
Fabulous feature
thank you
Deb, Your work is awe inspiring – you should be famous. I love the detail of your work.
its great that you enjoy my work- thank you
Love it Deb.
You are so talented.
Love Lorraine xxxxxx
Awesome Deb. Followed you for a long time and truly love your work.
your comment is very encouraging so thank you!
I just love the way you never fail to surprise me.
Oh, how I wish I had more walls to decorate.
Really LOVE this work!! Thank you!
thanks Sheri!
Hi Debbie, I have just had a look at your latest works of art and as usual I am truly impressed by the unique art that you continually produce, keep it up. Love you
Hi carol thanks so much . Am at a time when encouragement is greatly appreciated ! Hope all your Xmas wishes come true !! Sending love back x