Fragile but Resilient

Fragile but ResilientJuana Bernardo began painting in 2020 and has since embraced art as a form of meditation, finding it calming and deeply therapeutic. She values the ability to see beauty in the world, especially when navigating the unexpected challenges life presents. Through her artistic journey, Juana has also built strong friendships and found ways to cope with loss. She is drawn to the translucent and luminous qualities of watercolour, while also enjoying the

sense of hopelessness and disorientation during this time

It feels like both my past and my future

brolga numbers are dwindling in parts of Australia due to the loss of their natural habitat

this dragon embodies strength

Kojay's creativity serves as a sanctuary amidst life's chaos

creative practice is a sanctuary – a place to unmask

Over the past 26 years

building her paintings layer by layer - each one a slow germination fused with the last

Ezekiel is deeply grateful

He appears deep in thought

While the long hours and hard work can be demanding

The figure looks toward the light but cannot yet see a way forward - a path to navigate the journey ahead