Verismo | Portrait of Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO
Verismo | Portrait of Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO
This large-scale portrait of acclaimed Australian soprano, composer and cultural leader Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO was painted in 2017 for submission to the Archibald Prize.
The title Verismo means truth, reflecting my intention to look beyond physical likeness and capture something of the deeper character, presence and humanity of the sitter.
Although the portrait was not selected for the Archibald exhibition, it later found a very special home. When plans were being developed for the Deborah Cheetham Village by Ryman Healthcare, Deborah herself suggested my portrait for the village.
Ryman Healthcare subsequently acquired the painting for its collection, giving the work a meaningful connection to the village named in her honour.
The 150 × 100 cm oil painting on linen was also selected as a finalist in the Ravenswood Art Prize.
As an Australian portrait artist, I aim to create paintings that go beyond physical likeness, capturing the character, individuality and presence of each person. It is particularly rewarding when a portrait finds a home where its subject's story and legacy can continue to be celebrated.
Verismo | Portrait of Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO
Verismo | Portrait of Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO
This large-scale portrait of acclaimed Australian soprano, composer and cultural leader Deborah Cheetham-Fraillon AO was painted in 2017 for submission to the Archibald Prize.
The title Verismo means truth, reflecting my intention to look beyond physical likeness and capture something of the deeper character, presence and humanity of the sitter.
Although the portrait was not selected for the Archibald exhibition, it later found a very special home. When plans were being developed for the Deborah Cheetham Village by Ryman Healthcare, Deborah herself suggested my portrait for the village.
Ryman Healthcare subsequently acquired the painting for its collection, giving the work a meaningful connection to the village named in her honour.
The 150 × 100 cm oil painting on linen was also selected as a finalist in the Ravenswood Art Prize.
As an Australian portrait artist, I aim to create paintings that go beyond physical likeness, capturing the character, individuality and presence of each person. It is particularly rewarding when a portrait finds a home where its subject's story and legacy can continue to be celebrated.
Deborah Cheetham Village Ryman Healthcare
Provenance
Finalist in Ravenswood Art Prize
Collection of Ryman Healthcare
Commission A Portrait