Robert Croft 4 Nov - 26 Nov 2023
Robert Croft Robert is considered an outsider artist and has been working closely with Sculptor Mark Cuthbertson developing his practice. O
Robert’s application of any medium he uses gives a tactile quality to his work. He delights in the colour, texture and the rhythm of the application, pushing as far as the materials will allow. The layers of colour and texture Robert achieves through his processes, demonstrate the instinctual nature of this Artist. An industrious worker, Robert enjoys working across a range of mediums and can draw reference from still life and the printed image; but mainly and most effectively his inspiration comes from the pure joy of creating. Robert is an active member of Art Gusto, a supported art studio full of energy, vibrancy and original ideas. It is a studio for Artists self- motivated to create. At ArtGusto, artists can access support from qualified practicing artists, working with them in a professional studio to assist their artistic practice. A visit to Mark Cuthbertson’s studio in late 2020 led to my discovery of Robert’s work. As Mentor, Mark has been able to allow Robert to express himself on a larger scale and have the opportunity to explore more exhibiting possibilities. As an Outsider Artist his creativity is unrestrained, a display of delight that is honest, raw, unfiltered, and above all joyous. In 2021, Robert was to have his first exhibition at & Gallery, however three days in and before the opening event, we went into Victoria’s longest lockdown. The exhibition, as many at that time turned into an online exhibition. Robert has continued to have works collected through The Salon stockroom and has a dedicated group of collectors who follow him. We are so happy that Robert will finally be able to have a large body of work exhibited at & Gallery for all to see and celebrate.
Julie Collins - & Gallery Director
Photo Credit: Craig Reasons
Sales: Julie Collins - Director gallery@djprojects.net 0417324 795 Free delivery and installation within Victoria. Shipping arranged interstate and Overseas. & Gallery accepts Art Money www.artmoney.com 21 Morce Ave Sorrento, Victoria, Australia www.andgalleryaustralia.net & Gallery is part of the djprojects family of art related businesses. www.djprojects.net
1. Green in the landscape $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on board- Framed. 1230 x 920 mm
2. Green & Yellow landscape $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on board- Framed. 1130 x 1090 mm
3. Ambiguous Landscape $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on board- Framed. 1250 x 1130 mm
4. White on Orange with Robbo $ 4,200 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1520 x 1230 mm
5. Graphite on Orange $ 3,700 Graphite and paint on board- Framed. 1520 x 1230 mm
6. Black on Orange $ 4,000 Graphite and paint on board- Framed. 1520 x 1230 mm
7. Black on White $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1250 x 1130 mm
8. Black Grey & White $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1230 x 970 mm
9. White Robbo on Black $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1130 x 1250 mm
10. White oval on Black $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1230 x 970 mm
11. White Shapes on Black $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1250 x 1130 mm
12. Graphite & Blue Robbo $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1250 x 1130 mm
13. Sunrise/Sunset $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1130 x 1250 mm
14. Blue Robbo on White $ 3,700 Pastel and paint on Board – Framed. 1230 x 920 mm