Cressida Campbell

A close examination of the prints and paintings of one of Australia’s most significant contemporary artistsThis volume celebrates the career of an exceptional Australian colorist who has worked between painting and printmaking for over forty years. Combining keen observation with formal design, Campbell uses an innovative technique to create woodblock paintings and unique woodcut prints that take direct inspiration from the humble beauty of the everyday. Moving between still-life arrangements, domestic interiors, gardens, and coastal panoramas, her stylized compositions intertwine life and art. Their astonishing detail and technical virtuosity are testament to Campbell’s artistic vision and commitment. Cressida Campbell offers insights into Campbell’s life and work, featuring original research and reflections from curators, artists, poets, and writers, as well the artist’s own autobiographical notes.