Sheldrake, Emma

Emma Sheldrake comes from a family of artists and has extensive experience in various creative fields. Her paintings are bold, striking, and spontaneous, reflecting her passion and energy. Sheldrake's signature style blends figurative art with elements of Pop Art and eroticism, characterized by bold colors, daring brushstrokes, and captivating imagery.

Influenced by her time in the fashion industry, Sheldrake's work explores beauty as portrayed in media, revealing both its allure and hidden complexities. Her subjects, often inspired by fashion magazines, transcend stereotypes to reveal rich personalities and unique imperfections.

Since beginning her career, Sheldrake has exhibited in over thirty shows in Australia and internationally, including Art Shanghai and Art Sydney. She is gaining recognition for her unique painting style and has been a multiple-time entrant in the Archibald Prize, painting portraits of The Kransky Sisters, Erika Heynatz, Kim McKenzie, and Dean Reilly.

Sources:
https://redhillgallery.com.au/collections/emma-sheldrake