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Sherylle Dovaston

Encounters from Sherylle Dovaston

Welcome to the viewing room for Encounters, presented by DOVA Collective, following the live exhibition 27 - 30 May 2022. Encounters features a collection of works highlighting Sherylle’s signature style and fascination with mark making and visual language. Using audacious form and colour, ... more

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Foreshore by Sherylle Dovaston Image: Foreshore 106 x 81
Foreshore 106 x 81
Foreshore by Sherylle Dovaston Image: Foreshore (detail)
Foreshore by Sherylle Dovaston Image: Foreshore (detail)
  • Sherylle Dovaston
  • Foreshore
  • Acrylic On Canvas
  • 106 x 81 x 3.8 cm
  • Framed: 108 x 83 x 5.5 cm
  • Sold

Foreshore speaks to the coalescence of ancient and contemporary landmarks in a local context, where multiple histories emerge from the natural and built environment. Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and Matagarup (Heirisson Island) are punctuated by a complex cultural and political history, and continue to play important social roles. From the vantage point provided by these ancient sites, the viewer is reminded that profound experiences of modern structures arise from the humility of history.