Barbara McConchie 26/1/26 Barbara McConchie 26/1/26

Wander Wonder

Wander / Wonder is a survey exhibition of six mid-career artists: Waratah Lahy (ACT), Barbara McConchie (Kianga), Patsy Hely (ACT), Julian Laffan (Braidwood), Deb Johansen (Tathra), Natalie Bateman (Dalmeny).

Inspired by daily walks, road trips, and moments of stillness, Wander Wonder brings together a vibrant collection of drawings, paintings, ceramics, and prints that reflect a deep curiosity and appreciation of the world we inhabit.

Barbara McConchie 26/1/26 Barbara McConchie 26/1/26

The Offing

The Offing is that part of the sea that can be seen from the shore just before the horizon – at a distance but within sight.

A series of works made with pencil and watercolours created from impressions from daily walks.

The predictions for change are from our observations. The sun’s first rise, the noon day and the setting, blue skies made white by a hot, hot sun.

Barbara McConchie 19/8/22 Barbara McConchie 19/8/22

Discombobulated days

Barbara McConchie 19/8/22 Barbara McConchie 19/8/22

Dark Days

Barbara McConchie 30/7/22 Barbara McConchie 30/7/22

If just for today - ghosts

Barbara McConchie 14/7/22 Barbara McConchie 14/7/22

Knots

‘Barbara McConchie has delved into Ashley’s [Book of Knots] to find names for knots that evoke meanings beyond functionality and suggest human emotions and relationships.’

Extract from catalogue essay by Tess Horwitz for the exhibition Maritime.

Barbara McConchie 12/7/22 Barbara McConchie 12/7/22

Bundian Way: Forgetting

Barbara McConchie 7/6/19 Barbara McConchie 7/6/19

Looking (after)

Looking exhibition by Tess Horwitz & Barbara McConchie