Past Exhibition

John Dent: Gouaches

18 April: 22 May 2026

Known for his painting and printmaking of intimate interiors, John Dent ventures into the landscape turning to the spontaneity and freedom of gouache. Inspired by travels around Australia between 1988 - 2000, Dent continues his atmospheric exploration of wavy coastlines;…

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Dates 18 April 2026 to 22 May 2026
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Works in the Exhibition

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Aldinga
Aldinga
gouache on paper
Apple Shed – Harcourt
Apple Shed – Harcourt
gouache on paper
Backbeach Sorrento
Backbeach Sorrento
gouache on paper
Backbeach Sorrento II
Backbeach Sorrento II
gouache on paper

About the Exhibition

Known for his painting and printmaking of intimate interiors, John Dent ventures into the landscape turning to the spontaneity and freedom of gouache. Inspired by travels around Australia between 1988 - 2000, Dent continues his atmospheric exploration of wavy coastlines; sweeping plains; rolling hills; serpentine roads and rivers; panoramic vistas; pastoral idylls and nocturnal tableaux. The gouaches capture a poetic sense of place, where the sensation of colour and shape are the priority. Dent's subtle layering allows colour to pulsate against each other. We are presented with an impression of colour, coastal aquamarine; pastoral emerald; gentle lilac or dry golden hills; yet upon closer examination, the true array of colours used in each work is revealed. Dent's gouaches are saturated - in colour, in experience and place. Download e-catalogue here JOHN DENT Gouaches 2026 catalogue cover
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A fully illustrated catalogue accompanies the exhibition. Available for purchase from the gallery.

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DateThursday 17 April 2026
Time6:00 to 8:30pm
DressSmart casual
RSVP by10 April 2026