Octopus's Garden 6 Painting

Inspiration comes from observing the graceful rhythms of line,shape and form. I try to work ‘collaboratively’ with my medium and materials to express their natural characteristics. This attitude induces a calm and clear mind. Eastern philosophy has been the guiding influence in my work. Biography Lean Im started her career as a teacher of English in Singapore. In mid-career, she left teaching to study fine art at LaSalle-SIA College of the Arts,Singapore. . She has held solo exhibitions in Singapore, Melbourne and Brunei. Her work was collected by the Singapore Art Museum, Singapore Armed Forces, and in private collections. Lean Im completed her Master in Fine Art in 2007 from LaTrobe University, Australia. She was artist-in-residence in 2009 at the Arts Academy, University of Ballarat. She is currently residing in Melbourne. Key words: movement;rhythm; nature; Eastern philosophy; intuitive; mark-making;