Green Ribbon- You’re “Welcome Sparrow”

Green Ribbon- You’re “Welcome Sparrow”Emily Banwell, an award winning Ipswich artist, is renowned for her intricate drawings and paintings that capture local wildlife with a whimsical touch. She graduated from the Queensland College of Art in 2009, earning a Bachelor of Fine Art with first class honours and a university medal for academic achievement. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Emily is a passionate teacher, nurturing creativity and wellbeing in young learners. Her art practice plays a

I confronted feelings of shame and guilt

In this role

Her practice incorporates a wide range of textile and mixed media techniques

and what we feel is often unseen by the naked eye or irrational to the mind - but that doesn’t mean a deeper world doesn’t exist in other realms

The work explores the emotional language of minimalism

which strengthened her belief in the therapeutic power of creative expression

Jordan is fascinated by trams and trains in busy cities

with an aim of bringing memories from 1950's and 1960's Brisbane to life

you feel connected to the power within yourself

following her curiosity to create unique pieces across a variety of mediums

Justine hopes to inspire renewed curiosity

Her paintings invite exploration beyond what is immediately visible