Gardening - what inspires me to create
My dream is to live in a garden full of surprises and seasonal flowers in abundance. Where the birds move in and out with the season and the frogs croak happily in a pond. I live in a garden that is on the way to being this oasis. It provides me with so much inspiration and joy.
In 2016 I launched into the production of quality homewares with a unique twist. Producing a range of 100%linen tea towels and cushion covers with my botanical work printed on them. There are many Australian natives in this collection and I am proud to say they are printed and made in Melbourne. Over the years this collection has grown to include gift cards, bags and more.
Our property is in Dean, Central Victoria and I regularly open up my studio and garden for all to enjoy. Stay up to date with the opening times and what we are creating by joining the mailing list (link at the bottom of this page !!)
Bunches of Blooms - hydie
In October 2024 I had my first solo exhibition at The Old Butcher Shop Gallery in Ballarat. I painted a collection of Hydrangeas. This collection was to inspire memories of friends, families and loved ones. Over the month many people came into the gallery to chat about their mums, old houses they lived in and travels. All with a common theme of Hydrangeas. For me this was a particularly special to be welcomed into people’s lives. Seasonal flowers bring us together.
I produced 20 original works for the exhibition with 14 sold to collectors both locally and internationally. I am so grateful for everyone that visited and all thoses that contacted me through the journey.
Catherine Freemantle Studio
an artist who combines multiple creative disciplines in her work
Bunches of Blooms - Hydie
Celebrate the official opening of Bunches of Blooms - Hydie
SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER 2024
2 - 4 PM
New artwork by Catherine Freemantle
THE OLD BUTCHER SHOP GALLERY
112 Seymour St, Soldiers Hill VIC 3350
theoldbutchersshopgallery@gmail.com
OPENING HOURS
1 - 4 pm Saturdays & Sundays in October or by appointment
