Freedom Painting

Australian based creative CARLOTTA HEY has had a long and extensive career in the fashion industry. Originally from Europe with a background in product & fashion design (RMIT University Melbourne/Australia), Carlotta spent the last two decades designing for the fashion industry; she has worked with one of Europe’s largest chain stores, and an iconic denim label in Australia until venturing out into her own creative label. Her artworks are a representation of her interest in the human and feminine form. Skilful figurative subjects are splashed against a bold background expressing both perfection and chaos. She strives to capture the presence of her subjects and entice you into their world. Colour theory has always been a huge part of Carlotta’s process and she is quickly becoming known for her monochrome colour pallet. The simple colour palette emphasises the idea of taking a moment to be still and process emotions. Visual elements, textures and patterns that range from indigenous ornaments to modernist elements reinforce the figure. That way Carlotta found a way to communicate feelings she doesn’t have adequate words for. The central theme that unites all of her work is the mixture of the traditional with the unconventional. Her artworks are explorations of identity, perception and subjectivity expressed using figure, colour, movement and shape. At present Carlotta focuses mostly on portraits, because the face is a vital part of how we express ourselves. «The face is the location for expressions and emotions. However, the face is also the only part of the body that is normally exposed and naked. We can't hide it in our society.” Carlotta currently lives and works from her studio in Melbourne, Australia. Instagram: carlottahey Website: