A painter of wild and domestic animals Suzanne is becoming well known for her ability to stunningly capture the sole, spirit, beauty and detail of her creature subjects and their surroundings. Curriculum Vitae Suzanne Fargher The Art Studio, Flat 3, 126 Bucks Rd Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 3AH Tel: 07624 439586 E-mail:admin@suzannefargher.com DOB: 10th August 1975, Bunbury, Western Australia Education: A-Level Art & Design, Ely 6th Form College, Cambridge BTEC National Diploma for Foundation Studies in Art & Design, Worcester College of Design & Technology Exhibitions: 1993 Student Exhibition , Ely Cambridgeshire 1994 Graduate Exhibition, Worcester College of Design 1996 MTA Mannin Art Group, Ramsey Wildlife Nature Trust, Courtyard Gallery, Tynwald 1997 MTA Mannin Art Group, Ramsey MSPCA Christmas Fair, Villa Marina Douglas Friend of Courtyard Gallery Exhibition, Tynwald 1998 MTA Mannin Art Group, Ramsey P.A.W.S 98 Annual Exhibition 2006 MTA Mannin Art Group, Ramsey Private Collections: UK, France, US, Canada & Australia Publications: In a Whisper, A Trick Horse Training Manual (2007) Author & Illustrator Memberships & Associations: Isle of Man Art Society Mannin Art Group The Society of Equestrian Artists The Wildlife Art Society Commissions: 1994 Promotional Poster Series of 10, Mount Pleasant Hotel, Gt. Malvern, Worcs. 1997 Mural Commission, Private Residence, Tromode, IOM 1999 Garment Design, Children’s Knitwear Collection. 2003 Promotional Illustrations, Staff Training Literature, HSBC International Ltd. Articles & Reviews: Article Manx Independent preview of the Mannin Art Groups ‘Nature in the Reserves’ exhibition at the Courtyard Gallery featuring. Show in aid of the Manx Nature Conservation Trust. Article featuring artist and 3 original works Nov 1996. Statement: “My work is a tribute to the creatures of the natural world, exploring the miracles of mother nature in all their glory; Through colour, light, composition and drawing on intensive field study and observation to detail, I try to capture the heart, sole, beauty and spirit of our furry and feathered friends for all to enjoy, whilst capturing the magic and atmosphere of their natural environments. In so doing I hope to raise funds and public awareness of conservation projects and charities worldwide. Working primarily in acrylics I create atmosphere, expression and realism through many layers of under painting and glaze work finally culminating in extensive detail work to bring my subjects to life." -Biography- The true depiction of wildlife in the natural world is the fundamental essence of the art of Suzanne Fargher, an artist who is passionate about the conservation and study of her subjects in their natural habitats. Her work is increasingly sought after and is now in private collections across the UK, US, Canada, Western Europe and Australia. Born in the small town of Bunbury, Western Australia in August 1975, Suzanne Fargher had a successful career in finance industry before becoming a professional artist. She has travelled extensively across Europe, South Africa, Asia, Australasia and some of the most beautiful and remote areas of the British Isles, particularly the tranquil glens and lochs of Inverness & The Cairngorms in the Scottish highlands. After emigrating to the UK from Perth, Australia in 1985, Suzanne spent the following few years studying art at A-Level and National Diploma level specialising in fine art and illustration. More recently she moved to the Isle of Man in 1992 where she now lives with her husband Kris and her beloved horse ‘Fern’; drawing artistic inspiration from the stunning Manx countryside steeped in Myth and Legend, abundant with wildlife and fauna and bordered by a dramatic coastline and the raw Irish Sea. Suzanne has tackled a varied selection of exhibitions, public and private commission work, including commercial illustration, promotional posters, murals and Knitwear design and more recently written, illustrated and released a book entitled ‘In a Whisper, A Trick Horse Training Manual.’ “My work is a tribute to the creatures of the natural world, exploring the miracles of mother nature in all their glory; Through colour, light, composition and drawing on intensive field study and observation to detail, I try to capture the heart, sole, beauty and spirit of our furry and feathered friends for all to enjoy, whilst capturing the magic and atmosphere of their natural environments. In so doing I hope to raise funds and public awareness of conservation projects and charities worldwide. Working primarily in acrylics I create atmosphere, expression and realism through many layers of under painting and glaze work finally culminating in extensive detail work to bring my subjects to life." Although currently working towards her debut solo exhibition, she is an active member of several art associations including The Isle of Man Art Society, The Mannin Art Group, The Society of Equestrian Artists and The Wildlife Art Society. Her work to date has enjoyed a number of articles in local press, the most recent article in the Manx Independent recounted the preview evening of the Mannin Art Groups ‘Nature in the Reserves’ exhibition at the Courtyard Gallery St John’s in Nov 1996. The show was in aid of the Manx Nature Conservation Trust, Suzanne was the featured artist and included 3 original works. ***** |
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