Artist statement 

Suzanne McCrave is an Australian artist whose intuitive, mixed-media paintings are deeply informed by time spent in nature. Working from bushland sketches and sensory impressions, she builds layered compositions that evoke the essence of landscape rather than depict it. Suzanne holds a degree in Visual Arts and is currently preparing to undertake a Master of Fine Arts in 2026. Her work explores themes of presence, transformation, and the quiet resonance of place.

Suzanne McCrave                                                                                                                     

Born in 1969 in Wallasey, England

Resides and works in Sydney, Australia

Education/training:

1999-2003: Vis Arts/ B.A. Australia Catholic University, Sydney, Australia

2018 Catherine Cassidy: Abstract workshop

2017 Charlie Sheard: The Techniques, Methods and Materials of Painting (1 term course).

2016 Kerry Bruce: Abstract mixed media workshop

2015 Jacqueline Coates: 5 day painting workshop

Residencies:

2024 Wendy McDonald: Art Retreat, Hattah National Park, Vic

2021 Jo Davenport: Art Retreat, Albury, NSW

2019 Felicity O'Connor: Painters Retreat Avoca Beach, NSW Central Coast

2015 Jacqueline Coates: Barossa residency, South Australia