Graham Mcbride

Graham says he deeply enjoys immersing himself in the act of painting with all its potential and uncertainty. His work lives in the spectrum between abstract and figurative, and to what part of that spectrum he explains in terms of how he responds to the subject-he doesn't like being contained in a definite style or technique.

Graham McBride, while living in London, considers himself an Australian painter. He grew up in the diverse landscapes of rural northern Australia and came to painting in a complex way. Initially, he trained as a metal tradesman working in sugar milling factories on the coast. From there he studied science followed by postgraduate studies in engineering and environments. Eventually his deep-seated interest in art and environmental issues guided his career path. Art became his medium to explore feelings around philosophical conflicts and environmental concerns.

Events or moments would probably say much about what his paintings are about. He is attracted to occurrences or things that evoke or create change, whether they be by nature or human instigation. Such moments heighten consciousness and awareness, enabling him to see and understand things in different lights or emphasis.
His work reflects a deep connect...

B. Environmental Science. M.Eng Science; M. Environments.
Art training (short term courses): Julian Ashton Art School, Sydney; Paddington Art School, Sydney; Roy Ray Art School St Ives, UK; Slade Art School, London.

Graham has exhibited his work in many solo and shared exhibitions in Australia, UK and USA. His work is held in private and corporate collections in all these countries.