October-November 2024
While artist in residence at the VAC, Peta immersed herself in the vegetation of the Albany area, exploring the surrounds and getting to know the native plants of this highly diverse region. Working in the VAC studio, she experimented with various painting techniques on small pieces of mulberry paper (Kozo) to create interpretations of these plants. A deep interest in botany is reflected in Peta’s practice and previous employment of 16 years at the National Herbarium of NSW, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney 2006 -2023, coordinating the Volunteer Specimen Mounting Program. Since returning home, she has continued to develop a body of work inspired by this residency.
Peta Hinton 