What do you do? I’m a painter. I make images that draw from photographic and screen based imagery seen daily on the TV, the Internet, and in newspapers. My paintings are developed through a combination of processes including collage, drawing and photography.
When did you get into it? I did a lot of drawing at high school, but didn’t start painting until during my degree at the ANU School of Art.
Who or what influences you as an artist? Stories; be they momentous, odd or ordinary. I’m also influenced by other contemporary and historical artists, music, literature and photojournalism.
What’s your biggest achievement/proudest moment so far? That I haven’t quit and gotten a ‘real’ job.
What are your plans for the future? Hmm...In light of the last question, maybe not to take out a mortgage?
What makes you laugh? Probably too many things…
What pisses you off? Ignorance. And the fact that I’m not multi-lingual.
What’s your opinion of the local scene? There are a lot of opportunities here in Canberra when you’re starting out, with a supportive network of fellow artists, art groups and art spaces.
What are your upcoming exhibitions? In 2011 I’ll be having a solo exhibition at Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Braddon. Next year I’ve also been invited to undertake a one-month artists residency at Cataract Gorge in Launceston.
Contact info: www.leahbullen.com or email leah@leahbullen.com
