Michael Leunig 'Untitled (The Big Chardonnay)'
With the beginning of September brings the promise of a changing season. Although the frost may stubbornly cling to our morning commutes, there remains a sense of hope - every day promises a slightly later sunset, an incrementally higher degree of Celsius. This change of season has historically become a topic of fascination for artists as well. In this temporal moment, these transitory acts of rejuvenation and renewal continue to fascinate; in this curation, the potential of new life permeates all.
At the close of Winter, as the sun exits its period of hibernation, we begin to see nature revived. In Ryan Pola’s graphite work, the artist captures this sense of awakening - in the midst of a dark void, small white flowers bloom, an eye blinks open.
In nature, the arrival of Spring is commonly seen through the stark emergence of colour on frost-bitten landscapes. Bright, luscious growth on barren ground appears visually intriguing, almost like a work of art executed by Mother Nature herself.
In Australia, Spring brings with it the racing season. As our world becomes flooded by extravagant gowns and elaborate fascinators, let us appreciate the flowers blooming dutifully in the background. In Charles Blackman’s aptly named ‘Melbourne Cup Bouquet’, these flowers are boldly coloured, appearing almost couture-like.
Although the weather may not yet be co-operating, the start of September brings cause for hope. The promise of warmer, and more colour-rich, days to come is enough to inspire us to shed our thermals, swap out our coats, and soak up whatever sun we can discover.
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