About Us
Niecy Brown
Niecy's journey into the world of art began with six years of Fine Art training, where she ventured beyond conventional gallery scenes to immerse herself in self-guided study at the esteemed Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands. This pivotal decision laid the groundwork for Brown's enduring commitment to lifelong learning and artistic exploration.
Throughout her illustrious career, Niecy has collaborated with fellow artists and community members to initiate projects that celebrate environments, history, and identity with notable projects such as Kooperoona Niara Cultural Trail, and 'Yarns - Artwork in Silk' which achieved recognition as a Project of National Significance and acknowledges Deloraine as one of Australia’s Creative Communities.
For 10 years she ran Tigerhill Cafe in Tasmania’s Highlands, receiving awards for innovation in food and the hospitality industry. Niecy also spent considerable time in Central Australia, out on country in the role of ”tour cook and chief bottle washer.”
Niecy’s artistic evolution over the past 40 years has led her to embrace landscape painting with passion and dedication. Exhibiting her work in prestigious exhibitions and experiencing near-complete sell-outs, Brown's talent continues to captivate.
Bec Watson
Bec Watson is an accomplished artist with her own style and a unique view on life that is reflected in her art. Her choice of subject matter in her paintings is not what defines her work, but rather it is her view of the world and the nature of life that fascinates and inspires her.In 2003 Bec completed her bachelor’s in visual arts. She then went on to complete her Bachelor Degree in Secondary Teaching and a Masters Degree in Contemporary Art.
In 2010 she moved from the Central Coast in NSW to Tasmania, where she taught in various schools for 4 years. During this time, she began exploring the “stream of consciousness” concept in her artistic practice in order to deepen her knowledge of the creative potential of the unconscious mind. This challenged her to move beyond tight control of the paint and into the kind of ‘free flowing’ style that we see today in her artistic productions. Bec’s practice involves allowing a highly textured surface to build through the continued application of paint, allowing the final image to emerge.
Bec has exhibited both nationally and internationally and has received several awards for her work.
Photo credits for this website: David Schaap and Niecy Brown.