Cressida Campbell

Through decades of unwavering commitment to a unique and labour-intensive medium, Cressida Campbell has achieved undeniable public and critical recognition for her incised and hand-painted woodblocks and their chalky mirrored prints. Working at the intersection of printmaking and painting, she conjures serene images whose prosaic subject matter conceals meticulous orchestration. Her sophisticated compositions demonstrate masterful handling of design, texture and tone, informed by Japanese pictorial technique and a deep appreciation for pattern and asymmetric composition.

Drawing inspiration from her home and personal collections of textiles, ceramics and artworks, Campbell creates semi-autobiographical still lifes and interiors that gently coax viewers to travel through time and space. Her landscapes preserve the fragile beauty of Australia’s native flora with reverence, while her domestic interiors present feasts for the eyes in the tradition of French intimist painters. A pure aesthete, she delights in the form and colour of everyday objects, translating them into artworks that express the enduring appeal of quiet tranquillity. Her works are held in major collections including the Art Gallery of New South Wales and National Gallery of Australia.