The Margaret River Region is renown for it’s stunning beaches and all that the coastline has to offer. Surfing, fishing, paddle boarding, strolling on the sand, exercising the dog. Those memorable family beach gatherings, moments with loved ones watching the sunset, just breathing in the fresh energetic ocean air. The ocean and the beach hold […]
International arts facilitator and contemporary artist ASTRID DAHL will be running an art masterclass workshop at JahRoc Galleries during the Cabin Fever Festival. Astrid Dahl regularly holds workshops in Singapore and Australia for private and corporate groups from 10 to as many as 90 pax. Her teaching experience spans over 30 years and she is […]
Discover an inspirational mix of Art related books hand picked by Fine Art student and upcoming artist Leanne Rich who has been a volunteer with great input at JahRoc Galleries over the last year. Leanne’s passionate and diverse interest in all things art has lead to this compilation of Art Books… New releases from 2016/2017….. Art […]
Margaret River Artist Jacqui Garrett-Brown lives and breathes the ocean. State surfing champion in the eighties, Jacqui loves to paint the local surf coast lines of the South West of WA. She is passionate about nature and life, and uses acrylic and soft fine brushes to paint varying subjects with meticulous detail including fantasy, portraits, […]
Contemporary landscape painter Rowena Keall Walsh has a strong connection with the South West WA which has contributed to her love of the environment and passion to take care of the natural world. Her soft semi abstracted oil landscapes capture the essence of areas such as Cottesloe, Point Peron, Swan River, Augusta, Boranup and Busselton. Through […]
“Living With The River” exhibition opening night was a load of fun with Helen Norton’s opening speech a highlight of the night. Listen to Helen speak from the heart about her artistic and personal journey that has brought her to the “now” place she is in. Helen Norton talks about politics, paintings, the lurking evil, […]
Australian Artist Helen Norton has given us an insight into herself as an artist in this Up Close and Personal Q&A. She has opened her studio and her thoughts on what her artistic journey is all about. Helen Norton’s career began over 29 years ago, when she began putting colour on canvas as an avenue of […]
An exciting new body of work by Helen Norton is on the way to JahRoc Galleries. This exhibition of paintings titled “Living With The River” is inspired by the many times Helen Norton has spent in Margaret River soaking up the tranquility of the Margaret River. Times she has spent reflecting on more than just […]
A recent article published in ART EDIT MAGAZINE, Summer 2017 outlines a few key pointers for those delving into purchasing art for the first time. Jo Paris answered a series of questions to collate this article and gives some really helpful tips from her personal experience of purchasing art. She also draws from over 25 years […]
A lovely crowd joined us at JahRoc Galleries on the 27th December 2017 to celebrate a new exhibition of paintings by Bec Juniper. Wine by Swings & Roundabouts was enjoyed by all, and Bec Juniper held a captive audience with a speech describing her artworks and the process behind the creation of them. Listen to BEC […]
Michelle Gauntlett thoroughly enjoys making sculptural forms and wearable art out of metal. She works with fine silver, copper and brass, hammering the metal into the desired shapes. Michelle’s large cuff bangles and wide rings are works of art with unique patinas and patterns, no two are ever the same. She believes in the connection that is […]
West Australian painter Ann Steer challenges herself continually to capture the beautiful moments seen and experienced on our West Coast beaches and by creating a painting that captures an emotion and atmosphere that the viewer can suggest their own emotive response to. Ann has spent the past year’s experimenting through bravery, mistakes and a determination to grow and […]
You are invited to help make this St John of God Fundraiser a huge success. “A Night On The Swan” is an exciting art and furniture auction and sale which will raise funds for Ovarian Cancer Research at St John of God Hospital. Also included in the auction is a limited edition Vespa which should excite […]
Shirley Fisher has made an impact at JahRoc Galleries over the past seven years whilst exhibiting her landscape and seascape paintings in our gallery. Shirley’s use of a vibrant palette creates the spontaneity and freshness depicting the unique light and colours of Western Australia and has captivated many viewers in awe. Shirley Fisher has been a professional artist for […]