Upcoming artist-in-residence: Catriona Pollard

Catriona Pollard

Catriona Pollard is a contemporary artist who lives on Cammeraygal and Borogegal Land. She uses traditional basketry techniques to transform foraged plant fibres into organic sculptural works. Catriona's unique sculptural work offers glimpses of shapeshifting natural forms, from unnoticed branches, leaves and vines into works that investigate human’s personal connection with the natural world. Engaging audiences to build creative connection with the natural world is a fundamental part of her art practice. By transforming organic material into sculptures, Catriona presents an opportunity to be enchanted by the natural world aiming to reignite people’s relationship with nature for the wellbeing of all.

Catriona Pollard, 'Hidden Deep in the Forest the Faeries Sleep', 2021. 

Muehlenbeckia vine, 201 x 40 x 40 cm.

During my residency at Gunyah, I plan to start a new body of work to explore how the invisible, non-material realm can uncover the psyche of human’s place in the landscape and uncover the concept that the disconnection between spirit and nature has led to the climate crisis which threatens our very sense of self and society.

Catriona Pollard, 'Light of Silence', 2022, 

Foraged vine, recycled electrical copper wire, charcoal, 156 x 89 x 9 cm

To find out more about Catriona Pollard's practice, visit her website theartofweaving.com.au and follow her on Instagram @CatrionaPollard