About the Artist: Madeleine Elkin |
"I love to paint what I live - the local flora and fauna, all influence my work in some way.”
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Madeleine was born in England, however, coming to Australia when only 3, she has grown up and still resides in the southern coastal area of South Australia.
She was an avid drawer in her childhood and was recognised by many teachers for her drawing prowess, but like many people, her artistic endeavours were put on the back burner when she entered into the corporate world for work. It wasn’t until her early 30’s that she decided to start her art journey again, and commenced weekly art and craft classes at Goodwood. 2010 saw Madeleine notch her art priorities up another level again. In order to hone her skills and broaden her knowledge, Madeleine began to attend regularly workshops hosted by local and interstate artists, including a 7 day workshop in Italy with international artist, Julian Hyzler. February 2019 saw her finishing up 6 years of general painting classes with a local private art school in order to branch out and focus on her own style of art. Madeleine first started showing her work in public when she was invited to display her paintings at Ekhidna Winery, McLaren Vale which is nestled in the southern wine region of South Australia and a renown tourist area. Her works were permanently displayed for approximately 2 years, during which time many pieces were purchased by local, interstate and international collectors. She now continues to exhibit frequently throughout Adelaide and has garnered herself a small following through her art page and website - maearts. |
Watch Madeleine's episode on Colour in Your LifeMadeleine was very excited to have been selected as one of the featured artists to appear on the television program, "Put Some Colour In Your Life".
Her episode was released on YouTube, Vimeo and around 7 other different online platforms in April 2020, as well as being made available for access by various TV stations the Colour In Your Life team work with across the globe in over 50 different countries. |
“South Australia’s clear, bright skies bring out the best of our nature’s colours, and it is this beauty of colour I like to enhance and play with in my pieces in an impressionistic style working in both acrylics and oils through many genres, be it still life, landscapes or abstracts” (Madeleine Elkin)
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Testimonials:"Madi painted a beautiful Paris inspired painting for my daughter Shaye's bedroom as a Christmas present. The colours Madi used in the painting match perfectly with her bedroom linen. Shaye absolutely loves the painting and has just recently asked for another one. Madi is very talented and would definitely recommend you view her wonderful talent." |