Idris Murphy, 5 day Jervis Bay Escape 2017
Spend 5 days in one of Australia's most magical landscapes, painting and learning with Idris Murphy!
Idris Murphy's work speaks of Australian spaces, its sophisticated, simple and utterly original. Idris is a one-off. A workshop with him is an experience which takes you beyond the practicality of painting. Murphy's paintings depict a unique presence while having a firm basis in a broader picture-making tradition. He works from direct observation, combines this with an undefinable reservoir of knowledge in history, art theory, philosophy and culture and years of practical experience in both teaching and painting to then form works of simple elegance which challenge colour theory and space. He is able to articulate complex ideas simply and exposes students to a variety of ideas and approaches
We will be based in the grounds of the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum in Huskisson and will be focusing on interpreting the landscape with Idris. The Maritime Museum combines a tradition of boat building in Huskisson, with diverse landscapes, from a board walk through the mangroves to views across the beautiful Currambene creek and opportunities to paint old boats in semi states of decay and rehabilitation.
Idris Murphy's work speaks of Australian spaces, its sophisticated, simple and utterly original. Idris is a one-off. A workshop with him is an experience which takes you beyond the practicality of painting. Murphy's paintings depict a unique presence while having a firm basis in a broader picture-making tradition. He works from direct observation, combines this with an undefinable reservoir of knowledge in history, art theory, philosophy and culture and years of practical experience in both teaching and painting to then form works of simple elegance which challenge colour theory and space. He is able to articulate complex ideas simply and exposes students to a variety of ideas and approaches
We will be based in the grounds of the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum in Huskisson and will be focusing on interpreting the landscape with Idris. The Maritime Museum combines a tradition of boat building in Huskisson, with diverse landscapes, from a board walk through the mangroves to views across the beautiful Currambene creek and opportunities to paint old boats in semi states of decay and rehabilitation.
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About Jervis Bay........... Jervis Bay is stunning destination, famous for the whitest sand in the world, an international destination for birders, whale watchers, climbers and now painters! Huskisson is an historic boat building area. Set on the Currumbene creek as it meanders its way into Jervis Bay. This beautiful location combines, mangrove and bush ecosystems, with traditional boat building and rehabilitation as well as celebrating Aboriginal, European and Maritime Heritage. Jervis Bay has 2 national parks and a marine park. With approximately 206 species of birds, 27 species of mammals, 15 species of amphibians, 23 species of reptiles and 180 species of fish native to the area. Ancient sand dunes overlay the sedimentary bedrock formations formed from upheaval of the surrounding marine environment 280–225 million years ago. Booderee National Park was designated sacred Aboriginal land in 1995. It's a truly breathtaking backdrop to inspire endless possibilities for making paintings. I. 
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Idris Murphy 5 day Escape 2017
"I thoroughly enjoyed my outdoor experience. Alison and Idris were warm and friendly. My favourite part was listening to Idris' stories and knowledge. Absolutely Amazing! Will be back!!" "So excited to move ahead with all the information learnt through Idris' generosity of knowledge and information. Looking forward to joining in on many more workshops." Gillian D. |
