FIELD RECORDINGS
Opening night: Friday, 11 April, 6pm - 8pm
On view: 11 April - 3 May 2025
Join Us for the Opening of "Field Recordings" by Thomas Thorby-Lister
This collection of works, developed over two years of residencies and studio practice, exemplifies Thorby-Lister’s dynamic and experimental approach to landscape painting. Drawing from aerial maps, satellite imagery, and HAP databases, his site-responsive techniques push the boundaries of traditional painting, transforming landscape representation into a tactile and immersive experience. The shaped linens, exposed to the natural elements over time, absorb and reflect the textures of their environments—echoing mountain ridges, waterlines, fire-scarred terrain, and the ephemeral traces of floods. This emotionally resonant series underscores Thorby-Lister’s deep engagement with place, material, and process, capturing the raw imprint of nature through his distinctive, conceptual practice.
Wester Gallery, 39 Bolton Street Newcastle 6pm - 8pm, Friday 21 March 2025
Don’t miss this exciting night of art, conversation, and celebration!
Free Entry | All Welcome
Supported by Sea Salt & Sage Catering, Young Henrys, Usher Tinkler, NON, Heaps Normal
FIELD RECORDINGS will be on view in the gallery 11 April - 3 May 2025
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Exhibit in 2025
As a cornerstone of the Newcastle art scene, Wester champions creative expression and the power of art to inspire, offering a carefully curated selection of fine art, from paintings and sculptures to mixed media works. Designed to elevate both the art and the viewer’s experience, our gallery is a destination for those seeking beauty, inspiration, and a deeper connection to Newcastle’s vibrant art community. We pride ourselves on showcasing some of Australia’s most exciting emerging and established artists and craftspeople.
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