Bi-monthly artist feature
Leah Mariani is a Melbourne-based contemporary figurative artist whose vibrant paintings explore womanhood, identity and the complexities of modern life. Combining bold colour, playful compositions, and subtle humour, her work examines societal expectations, gender roles, and the often contradictory pressures placed on women. Through familiar imagery and visual storytelling, Leah creates thought-provoking works that balance lightheartedness with deeper social commentary.
With a professional background in finance, Leah has developed an artistic practice spanning more than a decade, holding her first solo exhibition in 2012. Her paintings often explore femininity, motherhood, ambition, and self-worth, encouraging viewers to question traditional narratives and reflect on their own experiences.
Her work has received recognition through several Australian art prizes, including shortlisting for the Omnia Art Prize, Marie Ellis OAM Prize, Lethbridge Art Prize and Hornsby Art Prize. Leah continues to develop her distinctive artistic voice, creating works that celebrate individuality while challenging conventional expectations.
Leah Mariani is a Melbourne-based contemporary artist whose figurative paintings explore representations of womanhood through a feminist lens. Her work reflects on identity, motherhood and the expectations placed upon women, drawing from both personal experience and broader cultural narratives.
Size: 630 mm × 530 mm
Leah Mariani is a Melbourne-based contemporary artist whose figurative paintings explore representations of womanhood through a feminist lens. Her work reflects on identity, motherhood and the expectations placed upon women, drawing from both personal experience and broader cultural narratives.
Size: 630 mm × 530 mm
Leah Mariani is a Melbourne-based contemporary artist whose figurative paintings explore representations of womanhood through a feminist lens. Her work reflects on identity, motherhood and the expectations placed upon women, drawing from both personal experience and broader cultural narratives.
Size: 630 mm × 530 mm
Leah Mariani is a Melbourne-based contemporary artist whose figurative paintings explore representations of womanhood through a feminist lens. Her work reflects on identity, motherhood and the expectations placed upon women, drawing from both personal experience and broader cultural narratives.
Size: 630 mm × 530 mm
Anna Munro is a Scottish-born contemporary artist based in Sydney, creating bold and playful works in acrylic and oil pastel. Inspired by everyday objects, creatures and imagined moments, her intuitive practice combines vibrant colour, movement and storytelling.
Size: 600 mm × 900 mm