Lorraine Smart

My work lives in the dialogue between wild expression and structured control. I build chaotic, layered surfaces, then push them towards resolution — not perfection, but a kind of wild balance. Colour is my language: loud, sometimes reckless, always unapologetic. I want my paintings to hit with instant impact, then draw viewers in to discover subtle detail. My process is intuitive, emotionally honest, and resistant to polish. I work primarily in acrylics and mixed media, using whatever tools and techniques a painting demands to bring it to a close.
I am drawn to the works of Howard Hodgkins, David Hockney, Gerhardt Richter and Brian Ruttenberg - colourists all.

My practice has been shaped by years of study with many artists and mentors. Most recently, I completed the Creative Visionary Program with Californian artist Nicholas Wilton — a pivotal experience that transformed my approach to colour, composition, and creative risk-taking. I continue to expand my practice through workshops and mentorships, always pushing myself to create at new levels of depth and authenticity.

I have shown my work in numerous exhibitions in Australia and have sold quite a lot of my art through those avenues as well as internationally through Saatchi Art and other online galleries.