Description
Vintage Original Art Painting the waiter by Val Lander
Total Dimensions inc frame: 67cm x 57 cm
Val Landa is an Australian artist born in 1940, known for her work in the Postwar & Contemporary art scene. Her artistic practice encompasses a variety of mediums, including acrylics, charcoal, ink, and pastels, often focusing on still life, portraiture, and figurative studies.
Artistic Style and Themes
Landa’s work is characterized by a blend of realism and expressive abstraction. She frequently explores everyday subjects such as domestic objects, nudes, and floral arrangements, imbuing them with a sense of immediacy and emotional depth. Her use of color and form often reflects a keen observation of the world around her, while also conveying a personal artistic interpretation.
Exhibitions and Recognition
Throughout her career, Val Landa has participated in numerous exhibitions and group shows, particularly with the Willoughby Portrait Group. Notably, she was a finalist in the prestigious 2007 Portia Geach Memorial Award, highlighting her prominence in the Australian art community
Awards and Accolades
Landa’s artistic achievements have been recognized through various awards:
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2002 – Lane Cove Art Society Prize
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2003 – VHC Award in the Art of Sydney Exhibition
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2004 – 1st Prize in Modern Painting at the Royal Canberra Show
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2005 – Drummoyne Art Society ‘Joshua Smith Best in Show Prize’
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2005 – ‘Modern Painting Prize’ and ‘Commended’ for Landscape at the Drummoyne Art Society
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2005 – 1st Prize for Drawing and 1st Prize for Landscape in the Royal Canberra Art Show
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2006 – Highly Commended in the Fishers Ghost Award, Campbelltown
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2007 – 2nd Prize for Drawing in the Kuring-gai Annual Art Prize
