About the Artist

Artist Statement

Tara has a beautiful gift for immersing the viewer into a world of Allegorical Surrealism. Her paintings engage us with their dainty tea cups - a symbol of the artists own for “taking time to connect with friends and to be kind to oneself” along with many other Allegorical Symbolism of the artists, such as feathers, top hats, nests and trees.
Each original work of Tara’s tells a story and may even offer a little piece of wisdom that the artist her self has gained along her own path of life.
“I believe that painted images have the power to create a shift within a person, not unlike a song or a well read story, that changes the person from that moment on. It is in this belief that I create the works that are displayed here, in the hope that I can bring warmth, magic and hope to those who love my work... That on some level, the viewer is moved and their faith in this world and their own light is restored and inspired.”

Exhibitions & Awards

2016
The Pioneer Heart, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Clayton Utz Art Award, Brisbane

2015
Sky Travelers, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Lethbridge Gallery Artist Showcase, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Lethbridge 10000 , Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Clayton Utz Art Award, Brisbane

2014
Ladies of Allegory, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Lethbridge Gallery Artist Showcase, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Lethbridge 10000 , Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane

2013
Lethbridge 10000 (Highly Commended), Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Group Exhibition at Rosebed St. Gallery
Give Me 5 For Kids, Sunshine Coast

2012
Give Me 5 For Kids, Gold Coast
Give Me 5 For Kids, Sunshine Coast
Donated work to McIntyre Centre Fundraising Event

2011
Our Lady of the Angels’ Catholic Primary School Carnival Fundraiser
Lethbridge 10000, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Give Me 5 for Kids, Sunshine Coast
Give Me 5 for Kids, Gold Coast

2010
Permanent display at Jones Parade Kindy
Lethbridge 10000, Lethbridge Gallery, Brisbane
Group Exhibition at Martin Galleries
Give Me 5 for Kids, Sunshine Coast & Gold Coast

2008
Crown Plaza Pelican Waters Qld Group Exhibition
ZONTA Women In Art Exhibition and Competition, Montville
Envy Cafe, Cotton Tree
Give Me 5 For Kids, Sunshine Coast
Solar Coaster Festival for Children
Sea to Sky Massage, Peregian Beach

2003
TAP Gallery, Sydney
Exhibition at Rushcutters Bay Gallery, Sydney