Elevate

ElevateKate is a Brisbane based artist whose life has always been influenced by creativity, yet it is only in the last decade her practice has taken on a more healing and expressive role. During this time, Kate began experiencing a serious mental illness and spent long periods in hospital, where art became both therapy and distraction. When she had to step away from the profession she had studied for, art also filled the unexpected space in her life.

this piece reflects artists' intuition

Di's art seeks to capture the essence of landscapes - the beauty found in details from small rocks to towering waterfalls

she weaves these influences into her unique creative style

its interpretation reflecting my mood at the time of viewing

a transformation

grief doesn't go away

This visual language allows him to explore and express aspects of his lived experience with childhood trauma

he has created work on and off for many years

even when surrounded by people

allowing her to convey emotions with vivid honesty

"I hope you see a part of yourself in my works

and that creativity brings joy and connection