Queen of Hearts

Queen of HeartsElyse is a Moreton Bay based printmaking artist who works primarily in linocut, etching, and engraving. With 15 years of practice, she values the mediums flexibility and versatility, which allow her to create images with distinctive qualities. Mental health has been a central struggle throughout much of her teen and adult life, shaping the themes she explores in her work. Initially, her practice examined anxiety as a natural and genetic response to

serving both as a personal sanctuary and a bridge leading to broader conversations about mental health and community care

The umbrellas represent moments of protection

This painting is my personal

While continuing her nursing career and studying her masters

Bob has a particular love for working in oils

Working primarily with acrylic and watercolour

Through photography

defined by bold contrasts

In this space of contradiction

Let things go

if not attainable

looking at them through eyes full of tears