GAYE SHIELD Born in Grafton NSW, Gaye began painting at an early age, attending lessons at Grafton Technical College at age 11. After moving to Sydney, she continued with her painting and attended Meadowbank Technical College whilst being mentored by Allan Fizzel. Now living in Dungog NSW, the local landscape in and around the Dungog Shire has been the main focus of her painting, she has won numerous awards and is a member of the Dungog and Maitland Arts Societies and an Exhibiting Member of the Royal Art Society. Gaye’s paintings are available at the Dungog by Design gallery / shop. Her oil paintings have been successfully shown in galleries nationally, where the request for commissioned works are often sought. Gaye says “Painting is my great love, second to my family especially, my beautiful granddaughters. I endeavour to create a feeling of movement in my work with brush strokes and vibrant colour. I love it; it is life, it lifts the spirit.” Issue 14 - March 2016
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