like to exhibit. Many established
galleries have such a tight niche,
and that makes it very difficult
for artists to find a gallery where
they feel comfortable exhibiting.
I have recently hosted an exhibition
of exquisite watercolours and acrylic
paintings by Su Berghuis-Garde,
wife of well-known artist John Garde;
and hand-made books by myself.
Su’s work is inspired by her many
walks in Nature and her response
to it. My hand-made books are a
collection of small watercolours
and etchings bound in hand-
made covers of silk and leather.
Operating the only gallery in the
area, I feel I have an obligation to the
local art scene and the community.
So I am determined to keep going.
In the meantime, I am trying to
produce some of my own artwork
as well (not an easy task, because I
can’t always make the transition from
one side of the brain to the other).
Enquiries from artists are welcome
at Galerie b. It is located at 16
South West Highway, Balingup
WA 6253; telephone 08 9764
- The gallery has a website,
too: http://www.galerieb.com.au ■