Sage Buys
Eastern Riverina Arts
I began my art journey as a solely traditional artist. However, through experimentation, I have learnt new techniques and mediums. Mediums such as textiles. Textiles have opened new avenues, enabling me to pair my love of lines and texture with my love of theatrical costumes. My storytelling is no longer confined within the parameters of a canvas, now manifesting into a garment to exhibit. I often find myself influenced by the Avant-Garde elements of the world. Drawing upon images of the odd and peculiar as my inspiration. After studying art history in my final year, learning to draw inspiration from diverse artists became crucial to my practice. People such as Marina Ambrovic, Yayoi Kusama, Judy Chicago and Vivienne Westwood. Women who challenged the art world and created works that stopped audiences in their tracks. Their works will forever stay with me. Women making their presence known. From the perspective of an artist, their works inspired me to create paintings that capture different grievances. As a seamstress, they have taught me to create space, to make the extravagant hoop skirts of my predecessors to ensure I am seen. To make space for my voice to be heard.
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Sage’s Creative work
Set and Costume design for the production of Frankenstein
Artwork description
Homesick, 2023, Acrylic on canvas
Spoiled Milk, 2024, Acrylic on canvas
Little Creatures, 2024, Acrylic on canvas
Deficiency, 2024, Acrylic on canvas
Cold Relief, 2024, Acrylic on canvas
Virgin Mary, 2024, Acrylic on canvas
Frankenstein, 2024, FreeRoam theatre, set and costume design.
Artist Statement
For the Horizons virtual showcase, I have entered photos of all my works throughout this year. Works that showcase the variety of art forms commonly found in my practice. The project that took a substantial amount of my time was the production of Frankenstein. Through the Horizons program, I had been given the contact details of FreeRoam Theatre, a production company close to home. Taking on the role of head Set Designer was intimidating. Through the constant support of the director, I designed a set that was aesthetically pleasing and functional. I drew upon elements from both the Industrial Revolution and the Victorian era, creating a set that captures the atmosphere of the first science fiction novel. Many sketches and meetings later, my set was brought to life. Throughout my submission, I have also included my other smaller projects. They often provided a necessary break from Frankenstein. I continued to hone my skills as a seamstress throughout the year whilst still making an effort to sharpen my skills as a painter. Returning to my roots as a traditional artist, I rediscovered not only my style but my practice. This program has encouraged a newfound love for art.