Abi Jasper Artist

Abi Jasper

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'Capturing this light in an intimate series of acrylic paintings is my way of celebrating once again being in my hometown'

Born in the quaint Plantagenet Hospital and growing up in the farming community of Denbarker, I had the privilege of being immersed in a rural setting that allowed space to ponder, create and simply be. My drive to paint led me to leave my isolated universe and complete a BA in Visual Arts at ECU in Perth.

After finishing this degree, I concluded that painting would never pay the bills. Marrying, moving back to the country and completing a horticultural certificate led to a decade of seasonal farm work. After the birth of two sons, a more generous income was needed, so back to the city we went, and a teaching degree was obtained. Thus began a journey around the state teaching in various locations.

After seventeen years and four towns, I finally returned to my hometown. Choosing Mount Barker and building a home here was an easy decision. I had the privilege of painting murals with Johnno and the Walldogs and met so many of our local artists and creatives.

I have become absorbed by the striking sunsets and the way they envelope my Mountain Country town in muted colours of an evening. Capturing this light in an intimate series of acrylic paintings is my way of celebrating once again being in my hometown. The series titled, ‘So Barker…’ was exhibited during the 2024 Southern Art + Craft Trail and depicts unique compositions portraying everyday afternoons with interesting street perspectives that include power lines, rubbish bins and parked cars. I continue to work on this series, and you can follow my journey here.

Hassell & Ingolby South - Abi Jasper