Shanay Manitzky

Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, my art practice is reminiscent of an intimate "Dear diary". Dipping in between the real and surreal, my intricately detailed portraits invite viewers to create their own story.
Through my introspective examination of the human condition, I explore both the joys and challenges that shape our existence, offering a relatable and moving commentary on the complexities of life. My art encourages introspection and self-discovery, making it a deeply personal and thought-provoking experience for viewers.

Bachelor of Fine Art in 2013
Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) in 2014.

Surface, Art Lovers Australia, Melbourne, AUS I 2023

Downlands College Art Show, Downlands College, Toowoomba, AUS | 2023

Aspects Art Show, Goondiwindi Showgrounds, Goondiwindi, AUS I 2023

Foot Square Art Prize, Aspire Art Gallery, Brisbane, AUS I 2023

Petite Pieces, Aspire Gallery, Brisbane, AUS | 2023

Inverell Art Prize, Inverell Art Gallery, Inverell, AUS | 2022

Downlands College Art Show, Downlands College, Toowoomba, AUS | 2022

Little Feature, Aspire Gallery, Brisbane, AUS | 2022

Maryborough Art Society Annual Exhibition, Gatakers Art Space, Maryborough, AUS | 2022

CQ Stories without words, Gladstone Hospital, Gladstone, AUS | 2020

Females to the Front!, Lewis Gallery, Hervey Bay, AUS | 2020

Creative Mirror, Thievery Studio, Auckland, NZ & Crisp Creative Studios, Sydney, AUS | 2017

Poona Art Show, Poona, AUS | 2016

Maryborough Art Festival, Maryborough, AUS | 2015

Mount Albert Grammar Fine Art Show, Mount Albert Grammar, Auckland, NZ | 2014

Whitecliffe College of Fine Arts Graduation Show, Whitecliffe College of Fine Arts, Auckland, NZ | 2013

Un-hung, Pearce Gallery, Auckland, NZ | 2-13

Trinket, Lazy Last Sundays Festival, Auckland, NZ | 2012

Orphaned By Purpose, Pearce Gallery, Auckland, NZ | 2012
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