“Black Goldfish at the Cliffs.” All images © Bill Mayer, shared with permission
Reimagining European art historical genres with a special affinity for the , artist and illustrator ’s wry and moody paintings () merge fantastical figures with vast landscapes. From a haughty crow with insect companions to a giant goldfish overseeing a lone figure on the coast, the artist’s enigmatic scenes highlight hybrid creatures and unexpected relationships.
“The Bird-Woman” is currently part of ’s Small Works 2023 exhibition, which runs September 16 through October 8 in Melbourne, and Mayer’s work will also be a part of a group show in December with . Explore more on the artist’s and .
“Old Crow”
“Afternoon Tea”
“The Bird-Woman”
“The Black Swan”
“La Caracol”
“Mantis”
“Ringo, the Beatle”
“The Monkey’s Paw”
“When Insects Rule the World (Beetle)”
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