Artist Spotlight - Diane Kazakis
Biography
Diane Kazakis is an award-winning Australian artist whose career spans multiple regions, including Australia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Her diverse experiences living and working in these locations have shaped her artistic vision, fostering a deep appreciation for the fragile beauty of our world and prompting a call to action in her audience.
Anatomy of change, 2024. Watercolour and acrylic on canvas, 70cm diameter
Diane's work has garnered significant recognition, featuring in publications such as The 50 Artists to Watch in 2023, the Collectors Art Prize, and Circle Quarterly Art Review. With an extensive exhibition history, Diane has showcased her art in both solo and group exhibitions worldwide. Her compelling works are held in numerous public and private collections, reflecting her global impact and the resonance of her message.
Ethereal I, 2023. Watercolour, ink, acrylic and paper on wooden panel, 50cm diameter
Artist Statement
Captivated by the ebb and flow in nature, I create work that is in a state of flux by exploring mediums that have an altered appearance when viewed from different angles. A range of media is used to create texture, light and form – I often use recycled materials, layers and overlapping segments to present depth and capture movement. From sweeping landscapes and wispy cloudscapes to microscopic details and figurative harmonies, my work depicts not only the beauty of the natural environment but also draws attention to its fragility and deterioration.
Ethereal VII, 2023. Watercolour, ink, acrylic and paper on wooden panel, 40cm diameter
Ethereal VIII, 2023. Watercolour, ink, acrylic and paper on wooden panel, 40cm diameter
Ethereal X, 2023. Watercolour, ink, acrylic and paper on wooden panel, 30cm diameter
Future memories, 2024. Ink and Acrylic on canvas, 100cm diameter
From her to eternity, 2023. Acrylic and ink on canvas, 80cm diameter
This is where you will find me, 2023. Acrylic and ink on canvas, 80cm diameter
Moments of stillness, 2023. Acrylic and ink on canvas, 80cm diameter
Dream beneath a desert sky, 2023. Acrylic and ink on canvas, 70 cm diameter
All our shimmering skies, 2023. Watercolour and ink on paper, mounted onto wooden panel, 80x80cm
What we leave behind, 2023. Watercolour and ink on paper, mounted onto wooden panel, 60x60cm
Wave ripples, 2019. Card and wood, 30x30x6cm
Her beating wings, 2022. Mixed media on wood, 3 x cubes of 15x15x15cm
The waves whisper to me, 2022. Oil on canvas, 100x100cm
