Marina Lommerse's art focuses on the natural world. She engages in research about place, memory and community to create responsive works. She studied Natural History illustration at the University of Newcastle, Australia and paint endemic species: wildflowers, fauna, and environments.
Over her residency at Terrace Greenhouse (28 May to 15 June 2025) Marina will be showcasing her love of the natural world inspired by her travels. Her studio clean-out sale will include elements from her eclectic creations over the last decade — paintings, sketches, installations and sculptural basketry. Also, she will be showcasing her latest artworks and running a range of inspiring workshops, demonstrations, artist talks and tours.
- Introduction to Sculptural Basketry Workshop
Wed May 28, Sat Jun 7, Fri Jun 13 at 10 AM
- Realistic Flowers in fine crepe paper workshop
Sat May 31, Fri, Jun 6 at 10 AM
- Abstract WA wildflowers in handmade painted paper workshop
Tue Jun 3, Tue Jun 10 at 10 AM
- Artist talks & studio tours
Sun June 1, Sun June 8 at 2 PM
About Marina Lommerse:
Conceived Lake Victoria, Tanganyika. Born Lincolnshire, England. Brought up in Canada. Based in Fremantle, Australia. My wanderlust has taken me around the world and through several careers.
Marina began as an Interior architect in Canada and the UK, then moved to Australia to establish the interior architecture department at Curtin University. Now she creates paintings, installations and sculptures inspired by her travels.
www.marinalommerse.com
@marinalommerse
