Artist Bio
Australian Artist. Oil painter of Oceanscapes and Seascapes and related nature themes. I live in the small coastal town of Barwon Heads,Victoria where my daily walks provide me with endless inspiration.
Situated on the Bellarine Peninsula it is perfect for a painter of seascapes. I immerse myself in the ebb and flow of the tides, capturing the ever-changing moods of the ocean. Each stroke of my brush reveals the vibrant hues of azure and turquoise, the delicate dance of light upon the water’s surface, and the rugged majesty of coastal landscapes. My art seeks to transport viewers to the shore, where the sound of crashing waves and the salty breeze evoke a sense of serenity and wonder. Through my dedication to representing the ocean’s beauty and complexity, I aim to foster a deeper connection between humanity and the marine world, reminding us of our responsibility to cherish and protect these precious waters.
I have been painting for over 40 yrs since first learning from Paul McDonald Smith. I have had exhibitions in Japan, North East Victoria and on the Bellarine at On Shore Art and Mandala Gallery. I took part regularly in the Bright Easter Art Show and won an award there in 2000 whilst also winning the Myrtleford Art Show several years during the 1990’s.
My work was sold through First Settlement Gallery in Sorrento, Cairns Nature Gallery in Osaka and The Tenby Store in Queenscliff. It hangs in homes all over Australia and also overseas.
I stepped away from the professional art scene for a number of years until the end of 2024 when I decided it was time to focus once again on what I love doing. I have spent the time since then creating a new body of work that I am really looking forward to sharing with you.
I am happy to consider commissions.
You can also follow me on Instagram@kay.drew.art
Kay Drew CV
Solo Exhibitions
2026 Shared Solos, Untether Gallery-Geelong
2026 Artist spotlight, Artisans Gallery-Curlewis
2025 Artist spotlight, Artisans Gallery-Curlewis
2025 Bellarine Arts Trail-Barwon Heads
2004 Ocean Collection, Mandala Gallery-Ocean Grove
1998 Australian collection, Cairns Nature-Osaka
1996 Easter Exhibition, Buckland Gallery-Beechworth
1997 Featured Artist, Cairns Nature-Osaka
Selected Group Exhibitions
2026 Soul of Surfing, Hoop Gallery-Torquay
2026 Worn, Untether Gallery-Geelong
2026 Blairgowrie Yacht Squadon Easter Art Show – invitation only
2026 Nth Bellarine Rotary Art Show-Drysdale
2026 Queenscliff Art Prize
2025 The Gift, Untether Gallery- Geelong
2025 Landcare exhibition, Artisans Gallery-Curlewis
2025 Nth Bellarine Rotary Art Show-Drysdale
2025 Nostalgia, Untether Gallery-Geelong
2002 On Shore Art, Barwon Heads Show for local artists
2025 Small Works Art Prize, Brunswick Street Gallery-Melbourne
2009-2013 Deloraine Art and Craft Fair - Tasmania
2003-2008 Mandala Gallery -Ocean Grove
2003-2012 Tenby Store, Queenscliff
2003 Camberwell Art Show-Melbourne
1998-2003 First Settlement Gallery, Sorrento
1998-2005 Cairns Nature-Osaka
1993-2002 Buckland Gallery-Beechworth
1991-2002 Bright Easter Art Show
1983-1987 Heidelberg Artist Society group shows AMP Building-Melbourne
Awards
2026 Queenscliff Art Prize -Winner People’s Choice Award
2001 Bright Easter Art Show -Highly Commended Oils
1994-1997 Myrtleford Art Show- Best Oil Painting
Selected Media
2026 Geelong Advertiser Arts Page
2026 Times Newsgroup Geelong
2006 The Echo
2006 Talking Heads
2003 Herald Sun Home Magazine
1997 & 2003 Myrtleford Alpine Times
Workshops
1994 Artist in residence Mt Buffalo Chalet weekend workshops over summer
1995-8 Ovens Valley Adult Education Program Oil Painting
2013-2020 Seaview Manor Aged Care Home Sunday Art Group
2013-2023 Individual art tuition
Shipping and refunds
Free shipping is offered worldwide but any painting to be sent overseas will be removed from it’s stretcher and mailed in a tube. Likewise for any painting to be sent within Australia that is 90cm or more in any direction. All customs taxes and otherwise are the responsibility of the purchaser. Items will be shipped within 2 weeks of purchase.
All work is guaranteed and a no questions refund will be issued for any work returned within 30 days of receiving it - as long as it arrives in good condition. The return shipping costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. All efforts are made to capture works in their true colours but they may vary on different devices. A certificate of Authenticity will be provided with your purchase. Many thanks for your support!
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