SPACE 1 : SHAWN LU

Exhibition dates. 6 - 18 Aug, 2024
Opening Reception : Thursday 8 Aug 2024, 6:00 - 8:30 pm.

Shawn Lu’s captivating works transport viewers to enchanting old European landscapes and fairy tales, where pastoral characters coexist with vintage automobiles, standing strong against the elements and an unknown future. His mural art, characterized by intricate monochromatic details, reflects his ambition to magnify his artistic prowess beyond the intricate pen and ink drawings he is known for.

Having travelled extensively through Eastern Europe and the Tasmanian West Coast, Lu’s detailed murals are inspired by the rugged landscape and nature that exists in those areas. His works are also informed by global events of economic downturn and the entropy and abandonment these events create. Lu's artistic vision beautifully captures the intersection of nature's raw beauty and the harsh realities of economic challenges, creating a poignant commentary on the world we inhabit.