Barely Glimpsed

Patrick Mavety is an Australian painter based in Muloobinba (Newcastle, NSW). His practice explores the everyday, encompassing countryside and urban landscapes, interiors, and portraiture. In his studio, studies merge with memory and oil paint as he engages in constant dialogue with his medium, the history of art, and his changing environment. Mavety’s work celebrates the beauty of his surroundings and deliberately counters the trope of “the brooding artist”. Mavety believes that beauty is essential, especially in the face of life's challenges. In this series he captures the incredible landscapes of Maitland and surrounds, offering the viewer an opportunity to immerse in a moment through painting.