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This book has been written by Hamish Younger, designed by Art to Art, and printed by Southern Impact. Every effort has been made to accurately identify and acknowledge all artists, photographers and copyright holders throughout this publication. As this book has been created as a surprise commemorative publication, some details have not been able to be confirmed directly with our artists prior to publication. If any errors or omissions have occurred, we sincerely apologise and welcome notification so they may be corrected in future editions. First published in Australia in 2026 to celebrate Art to Art’s 10th Anniversary. arttoart.com.au 135 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, Vic 3122 Australia Copyright in all text, artworks and images remains with the respective authors, artists and photographers.
This book is a celebration of the people who have made Art to Art what it is today. To our artists, thank you for trusting us with your creativity. To our collectors and community, thank you for supporting Australian art and sharing this journey with us over the past ten years. And to our team, thank you for your passion, kindness and unwavering commitment. Every exhibition, every conversation and every milestone has been possible because of you.
Art has always been a way for us to understand ourselves, and each other.
Long before galleries, art fairs or institutions existed, people were making marks to make meaning. Across tens of thousands of years, art has connected us to place, to story, to memory, and to something beyond language. It has helped us process the world as it is, and imagine what it could be. We now live in a time of constant distraction, where much of our experience is mediated through screens, reduced to images we scroll past, double tap, and move on from. In that context, the act of standing in front of a work of art, in real life, in real time, feels increasingly significant. Art asks us to slow down. To notice. To feel. It invites a different kind of attention. One that is deeper, more personal. Perhaps this is where the real value and real gift of art lies. Art creates space for reflection, for curiosity, for emotion. It allows us to encounter perspectives beyond our own, to sit with ambiguity, and to experience moments of recognition or surprise. Sometimes it affirms what we already sense; sometimes it challenges us to see differently. And importantly, art is not a solitary experience, even when we encounter it alone. Every work of art begins with an individual. An artist compelled to express something they may not fully be able to articulate in words. To make something from instinct, from uncertainty, from an internal pull that resists logic or practicality.
Foreword by Anna Gowers
And then, the work leaves the studio... It enters the world, where it becomes part of a larger conversation between artist and viewer, between viewers themselves, and within the broader cultural moment it inhabits. Art builds community and connection. In a world that often feels fragmented, art creates environments where conversation can unfold. Artists don’t create because it is easy or practical. They create because they must. To make art is, in many ways, an act of belief: in the work, in the process, and in the possibility that it might resonate with someone else. When we visit exhibitions, have conversations, acquire works, or simply spend time looking, we are helping to sustain not just individual artists, but the cultural fabric of our world. And maybe that is why experiencing art in person matters so much. Because it brings us back into relationship... with the work, with the artist, and with each other. It reminds us that not everything can be consumed quickly or understood immediately. That some things require presence. That meaning is often layered, evolving, and deeply personal. Most of all, it reminds us that art is not separate from life. It is part of how we make sense of it. And to Art to Art...congratulations on ten years of making art a joyous and vital part of everyday life, and of creating a space where artists and audiences can continue to connect, discover and be moved. That’s something worth celebrating.
For more than ten years, Art to Art has been quietly building something far greater than a gallery. It has created a welcoming place where artists feel supported, and where people at every stage of their art journey can discover the emotional connection that original art brings to a home and to everyday life. The journey was not instant or effortless. In the early years, Art to Art grew through pop-up exhibitions, local events and appearances at initiatives such as the Affordable Art Fair — opportunities that helped introduce the gallery to wider audiences while gradually building trust, confidence and community. The growth of Art to Art was at times somewhat trial and error. But every exhibition, every conversation and every milestone helped shape a deeper understanding of what people were truly searching for — a more approachable and genuine way to experience art. As the gallery evolved, so too did its knowledge, systems and curation confidence. Art to Art became a nurturing home for emerging and established Australian artists alike, while also helping first-time buyers learn about art without intimidation or pressure. For some collectors, Art to Art became the place where their love of art truly began.
That resilience and the growing sense of community ultimately paved the way for its latest exciting chapter. In July 2025, Art to Art opened the doors to its vast Hawthorn gallery — a milestone that represented years of persistence, belief and growth. Open 6 days a week, the new space reflects not only how far Art to Art has come, but also the strength of the creative community that has grown alongside it. Throughout every stage of the journey, Art to Art has remained committed to making art feel accessible, inspiring and deeply personal. Today, with more than 80 Australian artists represented, thoughtfully curated exhibitions, beautifully produced event materials and an ever-evolving digital experience, the gallery continues to invite people into the world of art with warmth, generosity and passion.
The first ten years
One of the key chapters in the gallery’s story came with the transition to a purpose-built gallery within the home of the founder. Warm and personal, the space reflected the belief that art should be experienced in environments that are inviting. What may have seemed at the time like an unconventional decision proved invaluable during Covid. While so many businesses faced enormous uncertainty, the home-gallery model allowed Art to Art not only to survive, but to continue supporting artists and connecting with collectors during an incredibly challenging and emotional time.
HONOURING OUR 10 YEAR ARTISTS
Joan Blond
Since 2017
“My aim is to create a moment of beauty or calm that lifts people— something joyful they can return to on the wall each day.”
Photographer Stephanie Rooney
Joan Blond is a Victorian abstract expressionist whose vibrant, layered works are deeply influenced by the Australian landscape and the joy she finds within it. Drawing inspiration from her years in the Yarra Valley and now Phillip Island, Joan creates intuitive paintings filled with expressive colour, botanical forms and energetic mark-making. Her works balance abstraction with familiarity, often hinting at leaves, flora and shifting landscapes, while remaining open and emotionally led. There is a generosity and optimism to Joan’s practice—paintings designed not only to brighten a space, but to evoke memory, lightness and connection. Working instinctively, she allows colour and movement to guide each composition, building works that feel immersive, uplifting and full of life.
Joan Blond
Since 2017
Joan’s path to becoming a full-time artist came after more than two decades in the legal profession, but creativity had always been part of her life. Largely self-taught and encouraged from an early age by her mother’s love of art, painting became both a personal outlet and a way of translating everyday moments into something joyful and lasting. That sense of positivity and emotional connection continues to sit at the heart of her work.
“Art to Art has been central to my journey. Their belief in my work gave me the confidence to push my colour, scale and mark-making further while staying true to what I love.”
Gina Debinski
Since 2017
“I would like to be remembered as capturing the heart of the Australian spirit and the beauty of our land and sea in a way people can instantly connect with.” Gina Debinski is a Melbourne artist whose vibrant figurative paintings are shaped by a lifelong connection to colour, fashion and design. Drawing on experiences that span textile design, knitwear creation in New York and years in the fashion industry, Gina brings a strong visual confidence to her work. Her paintings often centre on Australian coastal life—sunlit swimmers, lifesavers, nippers and moments suspended in motion—capturing the warmth, energy and familiarity of beach culture. Working with layered acrylics and a relaxed, expressive style, she balances simplicity with movement, allowing colour and composition to carry the emotional pull of each piece. There is a freshness and accessibility to Gina’s work that makes it instantly engaging, celebrating both the beauty of everyday life and the uniquely Australian connection to land and sea.
Gina Debinski
Since 2017
Creativity has always been central to Gina’s life. Across fashion, retail and painting, she has continually found ways to express her instinctive understanding of colour and form. Returning to painting full time in 2014 marked a natural return to her first creative passion, allowing her to channel decades of design experience into work that feels energetic, joyful and unmistakably personal.
“It has always been such a pleasure to be represented by Art to Art. The care, sophistication and genuine relationships they create with artists is something very special.”
Jenny Fusca
Since 2017
“My work is about creating space in our lives for the natural world.” Jenny Fusca is a Sydney-based artist whose work centres on the quiet beauty and emotional resonance of the natural world. Known for her large-scale floral paintings, she approaches each bloom as a kind of portrait—carefully composed to reveal both its character and its fleeting nature. Working in acrylics layered with oil glazes, Jenny builds depth and luminosity through a considered, process-driven approach. Her compositions draw the viewer in, magnifying petals and leaves to a scale where detail becomes immersive and, at times, almost abstract. There is a distinctive interplay between strength and delicacy in her work—the crisp structure of foliage set against the softness of a bloom—inviting a slower, more attentive way of looking.
Jenny Fusca
Since 2017
Jenny’s practice is shaped by a lifelong connection to nature. Early memories of collecting and observing flowers continue to inform how she sees and paints today. After leaving a corporate career, her return to art felt both natural and necessary—an ongoing process of noticing, interpreting and responding to the world around her.
“I value the relationship I have with Art to Art—there’s a genuine care in how my work is presented, and that support has helped me grow and reach a wider audience.”
Ann-Maree Gentile
Since 2017
“I like to celebrate the mundane and draw inspiration from the everyday”
Photography by Karli Duckett
Ann-Maree Gentile is an artist from Melbourne, whose whose work is grounded in a genuine sense of fun and a knack for finding joy in the everyday. Working predominantly with clay, she creates one-off sculptural pieces that feel spontaneous yet assured, with a bold, graphic sensibility and an unmistakable lightness of touch. Her practice extends beyond clay, often incorporating found and recycled materials—wire, tiles, glass and metal off-cuts—allowing each piece to evolve intuitively. There’s a strong pop influence running through her work, with recurring motifs of people, animals and houses reappearing like familiar characters, reimagined with humour and a playful, slightly absurd sensibility. Ann-Maree has an instinct for transforming the mundane into something joyful and unexpected.
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