Azure Health Pty Ltd commissioned myself to develop a vision for an art installation as well as the interior design, for their turn of the century space at 83 George St, East Fremantle.  Their new George St. location was to be a unique concept within their stable of 20 clinics, the partners at Azure wanted their health practice to have an industrial style fit-out, with an art gallery space. The intention was to integrate art with health and wellbeing, the art playing a role in the healing of the clients when they come in for treatments.

I worked with Azure to create a space that would work for the clinicians needs for the practice, and which would also hold a strong space for the client’s experience. My intention was for the space to be nourishing, comforting and supportive. The staff, as well as many of the patients have reported that the space and art makes them feel very relaxed and inspired.

We were fortunate to have a fantastic team to work on this project including, Paul Simon & his crew from Trademark Constructions, electrician and lighting specialist Martin Gasser, and many more contractors to whom contributed to the overall vision. The result was a space that feels both light, spacious and grounded and quite unique for a health practice. Through the reflections in the large front mirror, multiple artworks can be seen from different angles, creating a powerful story when viewed together. The layout has a funnel effect of leading you down a hallway to the practitioner rooms, and finally down to an open space at the back which can expand and shift depending on the needs of the George St Podiatry team, from meeting room to workshops.

A collection of ten my artworks are currently on display at George St. Podiatry. The collection was curated especially for the newly renovated space at 83 George St., East Fremantle, and will continue to evolve with new artworks over time.  

For a private viewing, bookings can be made by contacting myself by email info@ginettehillman.com.

A new creation from the studio, our Documentary, “Clear Light”, is a collaboration with my husband Josh Cheng about our friend Ian de Souza. 

The documentary, “Clear light”, is a heartfelt portrayal of the artist Ian de Souza, unveiling his relentless dedication in pursuit of his passion and art. It follows the artist process that was involved in creating artworks for Ian’s latest exhibition, “Clear Light”. His capacity to see beauty in everything, is evident in many aspects of Ian’s way of life, including his home, food and music.

It was a very moving project, Josh and I felt grateful to have had this synchronous experience with Ian at this very special moment in his life. At 80 years of age, Ian has experienced a profound history as an artist and musician culminating in his extraordinary exhibition in Singapore honouring his legacy.

“Clear Light” will be screened in Singapore at The Private Museum, in support of Ian de Souza’s solo art exhibition, “Clear Light”, which will run  from Oct 10-Dec 8.  

Artsource selected artist Susan Roux and myself to participate in an ArtLease project for the lobby of 66 St. Georges Terrace, Perth. Combined with a mural project by Ian Mutch, the three works needed to create a sense of symmetry and dialogue that was cohesive but specific to their individual environments. At street level Mutch’s mural features a Spinebill bird and it is this bird's colouring that my painting of Dark Matter (2019) draws on and acts as a conduit by connecting the exterior mural to the inside. My artwork also creates an interesting dynamic with Roux’s wall mounted sculptural work, Veil (2019), that explores the concept of mark making and the female body.

As you walk into the lobby of 66 St Georges Terrace, Perth, you will see Susan’s work, literally coming off the wall and telling its palpable story,  then your eye is lead across the room to my artwork, Dark Matter. Initially, the painting appears to be almost in the darkness as you approach, but as you move from side to side, different stories and images reveal themselves, subtle yet mysterious and intense.

The central theme of the painting is ‘coming out of the darkness’. There is an awe for living, and strengthening of connection with our home, the earth. It also celebrates the power and freedom to share our individual truths, differences and why we are here in the world. In doing so we gift our communities with our contribution.

Below is a link to an article from Artsource, with more on the project. 

http://www.artsource.net.au/News/ArtConnect/Artlease?utm_source=Artsource+Member+Groups&utm_campaign=dab910b9a7-artlines5_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_fadf618169-dab910b9a7-117833569

On Friday the the 13th September, Dark Matter will be included in the Artist Walk, as part of the Discovering Place, Annual Conference, There will be a Talk onsite about the project, by Artlease and myself.

It was an inspired time upon returning from Tasmania’s creative immersion, I painted quite furiously. Bright colours continued to flow through my artwork, although by August, the old love of blues emerged once again. Some influenced by winter blues, others by going through transformation and some with a touch of the divine.  Now it is Spring, there are still a few months of this year to create new artwork, as well to expand into some new expressions. Looking forward to sharing what comes through the studio, there are some cool projects stewing.

It has been a gratifying process sharing private viewings at the studio and making personal selections with clients, to hanging the artworks in their homes.  It is one of my favourite things to show artwork in this manner, and feels quite sacred to me.

If you are interested in viewing artworks for your home or with new architectural project in mind, please contact me for a viewing at my studio in the Fremantle area. See the contacts page for more details.

Mid year, I had a revitalising visit to the Huon Valley in Tasmania, where I was able to paint at the Art Residency studio provided by Matt Calvert, in Glaziers Bay. Painting in the art studio by day, then hiking in the Huon Valley in the late afternoons induced sparks in creative energy. This followed by a visit to Dark Mofo, was extraordinary.