I'm delighted to be selected as a finalist in this year's Northern Beaches Environmental Art and Design Award 2026, alongside a great line up of artists. The exhibition of finalists will be on show at Manly Art Gallery and Museum from 7th August to 20th September 2026.

During residency at Georges River Sydney, I explored the canopy cover of the Local Government area. A feeling of connection between trees and water revealed itself. Each element flowing through the landscape of open parks, rehabilitated ecologies and headlands with bay views. The synergy of tree water exemplified my connection to nature and greenspace. A place where I sense well-being both physically and mentally. The cooling canopy shade offset warmer than average temperatures, creating vital spaces for leisure and pleasure.

Image: Where waters flow I, 2025, Acrylic, frottage and paper on stretched linen, 155 x 125cm framed. Photo: Carl Warner.