This exhibition brings together figure paintings by Naarm based artist Elena Valimberti. In Valimberti’s paintings, she works to transform the mundane into something quietly beautiful through traditional oil painting.

Drawing attention to the gaze, Valimberti alludes to the historical context of depicting the figure and subtly challenges conventional perspectives.

Nuance and contemplation of the moment are captured, unpacked and re-assembled here. The body is often not depicted whole, but a glimpse or fragment is provided from which the viewer can construct a story. Her paintings emphasise ambiguity, inviting the viewers’ interpretation and imaginative faculty in the portrayal of the figure.

Valimberti’s paintings convey a sense of introspection and sensitivity through the handling of light, tone, and texture.

Image #1: Secondhand Sheets, Elena Valimberti, oil on linen, 158.75 x 104.14cm
Image #2: Walter, Elena Valimberti, oil on linen, 146 x 108cm
Image #3: Garden Party, Elena Valimberti, oil on board, 60cm diameter