Forage

Forage is Andrea Huelin‘s newest Michael Reid Sydney exhibition and is the first to follow the artist’s 2023 Archibald Packing Room Prize win earlier this year. In May, Andrea Huelin made national news when her delightful portrait of Cal Wilson was awarded the prize, thrusting her work into nationwide collecting conversations.

Forage is Huelin’s first exhibition since the prize win, and is described by the artist as being a love letter to her home of 28 years, borrowing from the gladdening sights of tropical North Queensland domesticity. For the first time, Huelin incorporates patterned backdrops in her paintings, illustrating vintage wallpaper designs that were prominent throughout her childhood. This delightful creative departure introduces a refreshing dimension to Andrea Huelin’s oeuvre, and once again demonstrates her superior understanding of form, narrative, colour and light.

Those interested in discussing an acquisition are encouraged to be in touch by emailing danielsoma@michaelreid.com.au. A selection of paintings from Forage have also recently exhibited at Sydney Contemporary 2023, which took place at Carriageworks in early September.

On Thursday, 21 September, Michael Reid Sydney will host an evening reception at the Gallery to celebrate Huelin’s exhibition. For more information about attending our event, please email danielsoma@michaelreid.com.au