Pauline Dennithorne

Always intrigued by clouds, sunsets and sunrises, it wasn't until I worked as a weather observer here on the island, that I started looking at the sky and clouds from a different perspective. Our island has an amazing amount of different things to look at and enjoy, but for me it is the sky with all of its beauty, changing from brilliant colours to very dull and foreboding, but all along, constantly changing form and colour. Because we live on an island in the middle of Bass Strait, the colours and shapes of the clouds and sky, sometimes seems almost unreal and totally unbelievable. This is all part of life on Flinders, and as I am surrounded by sky, mountains and the outer islands of the Kent Group, I never tire of looking at them. Every day is different in that respect, so I try and capture all of these aspects in my paintings.

Pauline has been painting since arriving on Flinders Island in 1993 as a self-taught artist and continues to develop her skill and style.
Colour is an important part of her life and lifestyle and she paints with acrylic, the emphasis on using strong colours and bold brushwork.
The natural surroundings of the island provide inspiration for painting sunrises, sunsets, cloud formations and the sea with its many moods.
The movement depicted on the canvas reflect the effects that natural elements such as the wind, have on her subjects.
Training and practicing as a weather observer for the Bureau of meteorology provided the background for Pauline's sense of intimacy and respect for all aspects of the weather.
She also makes jewellery using shells, wood, nuts and all types of beads.
Pauline's work is exhibited at the Strait art Works Gallery at Whitemark.