Joshua Searle
Joshua Searle is a self-taught Australian-Colombian artist, born and raised on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. Much of his work explores the inner workings of the mind, memory and childhood experience. Primarily a painter, using a variety of mediums including acrylic, oil stick, oil pastel, pencil, enamel and spray paint. His work involves an environmental practice of painting on and with found materials, as well as large canvases.
Art has enabled him to explore his Colombian heritage and identity which has brought him to an understanding of the strength that his culture can provide. His South American ancestry enables him to tap into knowledge that is strong and old; it is a beacon of strength.