Arthouse Gallery is delighted to present 'Port Jackson, Still Lifes and Otherwise' from Australian painter John Baird.

Working across painting, collage and sculpture, John Baird has developed a unique aesthetic that explores how slippages between utilitarianism and decoration inhabit everyday objects. With a lingering aura of nostalgia, the sail boat, the dressing table or the floral arrangement are elevated from the commonplace. By consciously conflating foreground and background, Baird forges a surreality that adds a dream-like dimension to his constructed spaces, enkindling our memories and inspiring our imaginations.

Baird has participated in numerous solo and group shows around Australia, and his work is held in major national collections including the National Gallery of Victoria, Castlemaine Art Gallery and Historical Museum, Artbank and Bell Potter Group, as well as international and national corporate and private collections.

Please join us as we celebrate the launch of 'Port Jackson, Still Lifes and Otherwise' next Thursday 6 February at 5pm. Get in touch below to request a preview of this upcoming exhibition.

Please register your interest below to receive a priority preview of John Baird's catalogue.

Join us this Thursday for the Rushcutters Precinct's 'First Thursdays' event series in partnership with M Contemporary (1), Dominik Mersch (2) & Gallery Sally Dan-Cuthbert (4). Put it in your calendar! On the first Thursday of every month, visit the Rushcutters thriving contemporary art scene's leading galleries each of which will be open late. All are welcome to attend.