Leah Justyce Artist Statement

I am driven/called to create an artwork that has some sort of subconscious connection to my life, which needs to be brought into this 3D world and healed. I understand why it was created once it is finished and what trauma it represents to me or to the collective. My subject matter varies; however, each piece has a story to tell about my life. This may not show on the surface to the viewer, yet they are very deep creations for me.

My preference is large scale works on canvas or repurposed fabric that is donated to me from people all over Victoria to give new life to. Some of the paints are donated as well, as many people want to do their part for our planet. I use mixed media, acrylic, spray paint, chalk paint, oil paint. Sometimes works are collaged with repurposed fabrics then painted on as well.

Large works allow me to feel free and flow. I often use solid colours that are not blended so the paint strokes are seen and there is always black outlines and white highlights. I do love portraits as they are a challenge, but as my work is intuitively driven, I paint whatever needs to be painted.

I have a Bachelor of Visual Art (Fine Art) and a Double Degree in Criminology and Psychological Science.