The Art of Simplicity – Exhibition by Holly Eva at Art Images Gallery

The Art of Simplicity – Exhibition by Holly Eva at Art Images Gallery

Now Showing | Contemporary Art Exhibition | Adelaide, South Australia

Art Images Gallery is proud to present The Art of Simplicity, a captivating solo exhibition by Australian contemporary artist Holly Eva, now on view at our gallery in Adelaide, South Australia. This exhibition features Eva’s signature minimalist still life paintings—an intuitive exploration of calm, colour, and the quiet beauty of the everyday.

Discover the Beauty in the Everyday

Holly Eva is known for her emotionally resonant, contemporary still life and abstract works. Based in her Bulli, NSW studio, she paints with a deeply intuitive process, allowing each piece to evolve organically. Her inspiration comes from simple, everyday objects—particularly vintage and handmade pottery—reimagined through form, colour, and composition.

“My art celebrates the beauty of the everyday, honouring the mundane.” — Holly Eva

In The Art of Simplicity, humble objects—cups, bowls, vessels—are elevated into meditative, luminous compositions. Eva’s refined use of negative space and colour creates a sense of calm and quiet resilience, while her expressive brushwork brings an undercurrent of vibrancy to each piece.

🎥 Watch our short video walkthrough for a closer look at Holly Eva’s latest body of work.

Minimalism with Depth and Soul

This exhibition includes a mix of still life and abstract figurative work. The still life's reflect Eva’s love of composition, colour harmony, and simplicity. Her figurative pieces—often featuring strong female faces—speak to themes of transformation, identity, and inner strength.

Each work is guided by feeling rather than formula, resulting in paintings that are emotionally open, spontaneous, and deeply personal.

About the Artist

Raised on the NSW Central Coast in Avoca Beach, Holly Eva brings an expressive, grounded energy to her work. She has studied under prominent Australian artists including Amanda Penrose Hart, Idris Murphy, Elisabeth Cummings, Ross Laurie, and Jo Bertini.

Eva’s paintings are held in private collections throughout Australia and internationally, and have featured in Belle Magazine, The Block Shop, Selling Houses Australia, and My Kitchen Rules. She regularly runs creative workshops that encourage self-expression and connection.


Plan Your Visit

Exhibition: The Art of Simplicity
Artist: Holly Eva
Location: Art Images Gallery, Norwood, Adelaide, South Australia
Dates: 30 May - 29 June 2025
Admission: Free


Whether you're an art lover based in Adelaide or a visitor exploring South Australia's vibrant cultural scene, The Art of Simplicity offers a serene and thoughtful experience of contemporary Australian painting.


Included in This Exhibition

📸 View gallery room photographs below to experience the exhibition layout and atmosphere.


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