Gaia Starace
“my art is a celebration of life…I love experimentation, details and the beauty of colours…the simplicity of the composition within the complexity of the mediums…Playfulness is essential!
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Land & Spirit • 17 artworks
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Starace’s abstract works deconstruct and reimagine the concept of form, blending layers of oil and acrylic [...]
Starace’s abstract works deconstruct and reimagine the concept of form, blending layers of oil and acrylic into dynamic compositions. Expanses of color, richly textured surfaces, and sweeping gestures embody the energy and movement of human expression without direct representation. The works invite viewers to explore themes of vitality, spirit, and transformation, suggesting an emotional landscape where structure and fluidity coexist within the intangible forces that shape self-identity.
Drawing inspiration from the fusion of the Australian landscape and the artist’s Italian homeland, these abstract landscapes merge the colors and warmth of both regions. A recent trip to Rome rekindled connections to cherished childhood memories and a deeper understanding of self through the coastline, hills, and timeless beauty of the land. Influenced by the principles of Zen, the paintings evoke balance, timelessness, and interconnectedness, encouraging introspection and a profound appreciation for life.
Starace’s creative process begins intuitively, using pastels, charcoal, and other mediums that resonate in the moment. Layer by layer, the compositions develop depth in color and meaning. The process is experimental and instinctive, allowing colors to flow freely while embracing unpredictability. The palette shifts from subtle to intense, with the artist’s signature “line” weaving throughout—a reflection of connection to land, family, people, the divine, and self.
Drawing inspiration from the fusion of the Australian landscape and the artist’s Italian homeland, these abstract landscapes merge the colors and warmth of both regions. A recent trip to Rome rekindled connections to cherished childhood memories and a deeper understanding of self through the coastline, hills, and timeless beauty of the land. Influenced by the principles of Zen, the paintings evoke balance, timelessness, and interconnectedness, encouraging introspection and a profound appreciation for life.
Starace’s creative process begins intuitively, using pastels, charcoal, and other mediums that resonate in the moment. Layer by layer, the compositions develop depth in color and meaning. The process is experimental and instinctive, allowing colors to flow freely while embracing unpredictability. The palette shifts from subtle to intense, with the artist’s signature “line” weaving throughout—a reflection of connection to land, family, people, the divine, and self.
Rainbows & Clouds • 7 artworks
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This large collection wishes to capture the different color and shape formations of clouds and rainbows [...]
This large collection wishes to capture the different color and shape formations of clouds and rainbows utilizing a mixed technique of adding and scraping oil paint both on canvas and on wooden boards. With daily observation, sketching, and photography of the clouds in my local area, Australia, and the imaginative recollection of my memories, I like to create dreamy-like artwork, wanting to engage and inspire the audience in many different layers.
Flowers • 10 artworks
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My fascination with flowers has always been so strong in my art and I love painting flowers of different [...]
My fascination with flowers has always been so strong in my art and I love painting flowers of different kinds. Flowers have been the key theme for many artists all over the world, bringing joy and colour to any interior. In my practice, I like to mix the adding and scraping technique utilizing different layers of oil paint with an intuitive modus operandi.
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Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Biography
As a multi-disciplinary artist Gaia focuses focus on experimental art utilising a combination of traditional and contemporary techniques. Drawing from her classical Italian education in Architecture, Gaia explores the spiritual, physical and emotional connections between humanity and nature.
Working within a strong conceptual framework, Gaia mainly utilises sculpture, painting and photography to create unique site-specific installations. Within a visionary and playfulness framework, Gaia aims to influence the viewer perception through a physical, emotional, and aesthetic experience.
Tapping into cultural memories, environmental issues & spirituality, Gaia’s work –both in painting and drawing– exists at the boundaries of abstraction, influenced by minimalistic landscape and the movement of the figure: her work combines movement and stillness with the use of powerful brushstrokes and clean surfaces.
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Nationality:
ITALY
- Date of birth : 1971
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary Italian Artists
Ongoing and Upcoming art events
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Influences
Education
2024 - 2025
Teacher at TAFE, Interior Design, Enmore, Sydney
Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
2001 - 2020
Member of "Ordine Degli Architetti e Paesaggisti di Roma e Provincia"
Rome,
Italy
2015 - 2019
Master of Art (with Excellence)
UNSW, Cofa Art & Design, Sydney, NSW,
Australia
1995 - 2001
Bachelor of Architecture
"La Sapienza", Rome,
Italy
Artist value certified
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Achievements
Collective Expositions
2024
Form &Amp; Flesh
Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
2022
Stretch
The Concourse, Chatswood/Willoughby Council, Sydney,
Australia
2020
Summer Rain
The Brick Lane Gallery, London,
United Kingdom
2020
Enigma
The Brick Lane Gallery, London,
United Kingdom
2019
The Square And The Circle: A Space Of Playfulness Contemplation/A&D Annual, Unsw Art & Design, Cofa
Kudos Gallery, Sydney,
Australia
2019
The Square And The Circle: A Space Of Playfulness Contemplation, 2019/Capstone Project,
Comber Street Studio, Paddington, Sydney,
Australia
2019
Moon Rings, 2019/Nox Night Sculpture, Randwick,
Randwick, Sydney,
Australia
2018
This Is What I Have To Show For It
Gaffa Gallery, Sydney,
Australia
Solo Expositions
2023
Forever Clouds
Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
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Added Dec 10, 2024
Form & Flesh
Wednesday
22
January
2025
Saturday
14
December
2024
Gallery Herk Alexander is proud to present Form & Flesh, an exhibition showcasing the works of Australian fine artist Graham G. Robertson (1930-2010) and Italian contemporary artist Gaia Starace. Together their distinct approaches create an evocative exploration of the human condition, forging a powerful dialogue between anatomy and abstraction that transcends traditional representation.
Rooted in the classical tradition, Robertson's delicate life studies on paper offer an intimate portrayal of the human form, capturing both vulnerability and strength. Rendered in warm tones of sanguine, each expressive line and gesture extends beyond physicality, inviting viewers to contemplate the fragile yet resilient nature of existence.
In contrast, Starace's abstract compositions use oil and acrylic on canvas and board to deconstruct and reimagine form. Her dynamic use of colour, rich textures and sweeping brushstrokes embody the energy and movement of human expression, encouraging viewers to explore underlying themes of vitality and spirit
FRI 22 NOV - SAT 14 DEC, OPEN WED-SUN 11 AM - 4 PM
206 PARRAMATTA ROAD STANMORE NSW 2048 HERK ALEXANDER.COM +61 2 9090 2540
Added Oct 2, 2023
THE OTHER ART FAIR SYDNEY
The OTHER ART FAIR SYDNEY, Barangaroo, The Cutaway
Thursday
12
October
2023
Sunday
15
October
2023
International art fair in Sydney, THE OTHER ART FAIR, will showcase 130 artists who the opening night on Thursday 12th October until 15th October. At the Cutway, Barangaroo, Sydney. Tickets are on sale now https://www.theotherartfair.com/sydney/visiting/visiting-info/
Added Nov 24, 2021
FOREVER CLOUDS, SOLO exhibition at The Inicirator Art Space, Willoughby, Australia.
https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Events/Forever-Clouds
Wednesday
8
February
2023
Wednesday
26
January
2022
Rooted in the natural world, Forever Clouds is a visually captivating site-specific installation that teases our perception of reality. Including semi-abstract paintings, minimalistic sculptures, and a full height installation with symbolic lightning, this exhibition engages a broad generational audience, inviting one’s unique interpretation of the timeless and unbounded formations of clouds. Conveying feelings of wonderment and playfulness, Forever Clouds instigates many possible layers of meaning: from self-reflection to a broader collective cognition of the life changing events we’re facing today, this exhibition also wishes to contemplate the beauty of our natural environment, while aspiring to preserve it and respect it.
In speaking about her process, the artist explains, 'Painting is an emotional and intuitive process for me...I always strive to find harmony within the different techniques I utilise. I love to re-create things, playing with the mediums, stretching their meanings...'
Reviews and comments
I truly admire her work; it has inspired a deep enthusiasm for art in me! Thank you Gaia!
Amazing Artist! Love her work! Thank you