The Figure – A Celebration of the Human Form at Art Images Gallery

4 July – 3 August 2025 | Art Images Gallery, Adelaide

Art Images Gallery is proud to present “The Figure”, a striking new exhibition that explores the human form through the eyes of 12 contemporary Australian artists. Running from 4 July to 3 August 2025, this group show highlights the power of the figure as a timeless subject in art.

From realism to abstraction, tenderness to bold expression, the artworks in The Figure capture the complexity, vulnerability, and beauty of what it means to be human. The figure becomes not just a subject—but a language, a story, and a mirror to ourselves.

Enjoy this short walk through video:

Featured Artists in The Figure

Rebecca James (VIC)

An emerging figurative painter from Warrnambool, Rebecca brings warmth, humour, and emotional depth to everyday scenes. Her work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and connect with the universal stories within.

>>View available artworks by Rebecca James here.

Sue Michael (SA)

Sue combines gestural figuration with environmental portraiture, grounded in South Australian settings. Her work preserves memory, place, and spirit with a poetic, heartfelt style.

>> View available artworks by Sue Michael here.

Robyn Rankin (QLD)

A long-time exhibitor at Art Images Gallery, Robyn paints memory-rich moments of introspection, childhood, and play—drawing on her background in photography and design.

>>View available artworks by Robyn Rankin here.

Elizabeth Wojciak (SA)

Elizabeth’s expressive works blur the line between abstraction and figuration. Her layered canvases speak to the complexities of emotion and the tactile nature of painting.

>>View available artwork by Elizabeth Wojciak here.

Leo Greenfield (NSW)

A celebrated illustrator and chronicler of street life, Leo’s memory-drawn portraits capture the rhythm of urban culture with elegance and style.

>>View available artwork by Leo Greenfield here.

Louise Vadasz (SA)

Known for her vibrant, textured paintings, Louise’s figurative works—including her “Famous Nudes at Maslins” series—combine humour, nostalgia, and bold colour.

>>View available artwork by Louise Vadasz here.

Mark Warren (SA)

Mark’s colourful, character-filled works are full of movement, optimism, and abstracted joy. His background in modernist and tribal influences adds further depth.

>> View available artworks by Mark Warren.

Harry Sherwin (SA)

Harry’s painterly realism is grounded in tradition but alive with emotion. Working in oils and watercolour, his figures reflect memory, intimacy, and the Australian landscape.

>>View available artworks by Harry Sherwin here.

Tracy Dods (NSW)

Tracy’s figurative works often blend satire with sincerity, exploring social and cultural themes through expressive character-based storytelling.

>>View available works by Tracy Dods here.

Sally Heinrich (SA)

Sally’s hand-coloured linocuts explore South Australian “local icons” and narratives with detail, charm, and a strong sense of place and identity.

>> View Available work by Sally Heinrich here.

Alison Smiles (SA – Ceramics)

Alison creates whimsical hybrid creatures in clay—part character, part sculpture. Her playful, painterly surfaces bring charm and curiosity to ceramic form.

>>View available works by Alison Smiles here.

Juliane Brandt (SA – Sculpture)

Juliane’s expressive figurative sculptures, made from clay, metal, and wood, highlight subtle emotions and offer viewers a chance to discover inner dialogue through form.

>>View available artwork by Juliane Brandt here.

Why “The Figure” Matters

From ancient storytelling to modern identity, the human figure remains one of art’s most enduring and powerful subjects. In The Figure, the body becomes more than just something seen—it becomes a site of memory, a tool for connection, and a reflection of who we are.

Art Images Gallery has long championed figurative art, and this exhibition continues that legacy. Whether you’re a collector, artist, or curious visitor, The Figure is an invitation to reflect, connect, and see the human form in new ways.

Plan Your Visit

🖼 Art Images Gallery – Adelaide
📆 Exhibition Dates: 4 July – 3 August 2025
📍 32 The Parade, Norwood SA
🌐 www.artimagesgallery.com.au
🕒 Open Mon–Fri 9am-5pm Sat 10am–5pm Sun 2pm-5pm