Artist in Residence

TESS SHEERIN

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Born: New Zealand
Lives in: New Zealand
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ARTIST BIOGRAPHY

 

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ARTIST STATEMENT
Tess? work uses a variety of materials, including acrylic paint, Indian ink, charcoal, pastel, water colours and airbrushing, and often contrasts different methods of application. Her paintings and stencils are non-political and non-confrontational, and have proved popular amongst the lesbian community. Tess? next exhibition will take place in February 2008 at the New York Arts Festival. Title work, Refreshingly Honest Date made, 2007 dimensions, various

 

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69boobkiss
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6women
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backviewkiss
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caressing
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waterfallgirls

 

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