Kim Lowry
Drawn to the shapes and shadows cast by contrasting sights and scenes, Kim Lowry’s works are a distinct merge of monochromatic and minimalistic imagery, infused with pop art and abstract rudimentary qualities. Enveloped equally by the concrete jungle and the organic environment of central Brisbane, her works pay homage to this idiosyncratic merge by depicting a combination of suspenseful city scapes and a diverse scope of florae species. Aiming to underscore the smaller segments of her subjects that may commonly be unnoticed or unseen, she frequently unveils the unembellished pleasures that can be derived from life’s diminutive moments.
Born and raised originally in the United Kingdom, Kim initially worked for a twelve-month period in Queensland’s far north, prior to settling permanently in Australia in 2012. After travelling extensively as a massage therapist, and residing in a number of countries as a consequence, her desire to change her career trajectory led her to a local art gallery, where she was encouraged to exhibit and develop her unparalleled style of visual artistry.
Highly disposed to photographing her surrounds, Kim customarily utilises the images she collates as references for her works. Manipulating these photographs digitally into non-representational renderings, she portrays them conceptually in acrylics on canvas. These particularly imaginative interpretations provide viewers pause, cognizance and moments of quiet and considered contemplation.
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Acrylic on canvas
30.5cm x 40.6cm x 1.9cm
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I was playing with a macro lens on my phone and managed to get a cool shot of this little lady on the sand and decided it definitely needed to be painted.
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Acrylic on canvas
20.5cm x 31cm x 1.9cm
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I love the play of light through the leaves as they sway in the breeze.
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Acrylic on canvas
45.7cm x 61cm x 1.9cm
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Gum leaves are beautiful and contain such an array of colours.
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Acrylic on canvas
45.7cm x 61cm x 1.9cm
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I could sit and stare into the water for hours. The movement of this piece reminds me of sitting, staring into the sea and letting everything go.
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Acrylic on canvas
61cm x 45.7cm x 1.9cm
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The play of light and dark is always something that draws me in and makes me want to paint.
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Acrylic on canvas
61cm x 45.7cm x 1.9cm
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The play of light through the leaves is beautiful. I love how different the same thing can look depending on the light.
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Acrylic on canvas
40.6cm x 30.5cm x 1.9cm
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I’m often found lagging behind on a walk because I’ve stopped to take a photo of a tiny creature I’ve spotted. Here is one such creature.
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Acrylic on canvas
81cm x 40cm x 1.9cm
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I love succulents. This one is bold and bright and was fun to paint.
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Acrylic on canvas
60cm x 30cm x 1.9cm
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I love the flow you can get in a static artwork, and seaweed lends itself to this beautifully. This painting would look great amongst your house plants.
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Acrylic on canvas
61cm x 45.7cm x 1.9cm
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Taking a small, innocuous looking plant and making it big, bright and bold is a very fun process for me.
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Acrylic on canvas
61cm x 45.7cm x 1.9cm
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The patterns that plants make, and how different they look depending on how you view them is a constant source of inspiration for me.
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Acrylic on canvas
61cm x 51cm x 1.9cm
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Amalgamating minimalism, pop art and abstract art forms, Kim Lowry’s works depict stirring and distinguishing perspectives of organic scenes and urban scapes. With a particular emphasis on the contrasts between light and shade, she delineates the distinct shapes and silhouettes of her subjects at close range. Surrounded by a meld of native bushland and the inner-city backdrop of Brisbane, it is often the minute aspects and modest pleasures of these locales that provide the catalyst and inspire the intentions behind her works.
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Acrylic on canvas
101.5cm x 81cm x 1.9cm
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The tumultuous yet soothing movement of the sea is something I could stare into for hours.
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Acrylic on wood
61cm x 45.5cm x 4cm
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I love playing with perspective. Depending on where and how you view the image, it’s either coloured squares or a bunch of flowers.
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Acrylic on canvas
121.9cm x 76.2cm x 3.8cm
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My toddler is currently obsessed with vehicles, especially trains. This has caused me to take another look at something I previously took for granted.
Purchasing from Kim Lowry:
Shipping within Australia is included within the price of my works. I use Auspost for shipping and try to ship my works out within a business day or two of receiving an order.
I don’t currently offer framing as my pieces come ready to hang.
Customers have 30 days from date of delivery to request a return. The artwork and its original packaging must be in perfect, undamaged condition. Buyers are responsible for all return shipping costs and it is highly recommended to use a trackable and insured shipping service, as customers are responsible for the work until it is received back. Refunds are only processed after the artwork is received and inspected.