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Clare Reilly: Eye Of The Calm

Eye of the Calm

By: Clare Reilly

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Leather Bound Book | 25 November 2022

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Leather Bound Book
144 Pages

Edition Type
Edition with numbered copies

Dimensions(cm)
25.4 x 25.4

Leather Bound Book

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Clare Reilly: Eye of the Calm is an exploration of New Zealand painter Clare Reilly’s life and work.

The mixture of autobiographical writing and gorgeous paintings subtly shows how Reilly’s art and experiences are entwined. Her themes cover the issues of habitat destruction and renewal, depicting native New Zealand birds in the landscape as metaphors for joy. In an increasingly troubled and fast paced world, Reilly’s work offers the viewer a place to reflect on the healing qualities of nature and gather a sense of revitalisation.

‘Eye of the Calm’ was an exhibition title used by Reilly as an expression of her life’s work. This expression is continued here with an insight into her beginnings as an artist and her subsequent career. Reilly has a strong connection to coastal New Zealand and a great love of the country’s wildlife. From first encounters with Tui in her grandmother’s garden to memories of rolling hills overlooking the ever-changing sea, these passions have inspired her work and are brought to life here in a beautiful collection.

Experience a sense of calm and hope with this story of a fascinating life told through both words and imagery. Themes including death, grief, finding new paths, and even dance and the joyful movement of birds in flight are explored in a manner that is personal, yet universal. A beautiful, meditative exploration of a life and a life’s work.

Industry Reviews

"This beautiful book uses autobiographical writing and prints of more than 100 of Reilly's gentle and dreamy paintings to provide insight into her life and career as an artist. They reflect on her first encounters with tui, bellbirds and kereru at her grandmother's house in Dunedin, ... and her involvement in various conservation and wildlife support projects. The works illustrate many of Reilly's favourite themes, including habitat destruction and renewal, and the healing qualities of nature."

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