The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Image above: Amaya Gamage, Watchful Mob (detail), 2024, digital art print, 50 x 70cm. Image courtesy the artist.

Amaya’s Amazing Animals

Amaya Gamage
27 September 2024 – 19 February 2025

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As an artist captivated by the enchanting diversity of the animal kingdom, my work seeks to illuminate the beauty found within each creature. Drawing serves not only as a method of relaxation but as an outlet for my creative energy, since I learned to draw as a child.

At the age of 13, I proudly shared my passion with the world through my debut book, “Amaya’s Animal Alphabet”, a journey through the alphabet intertwined with my artistic interpretations of beloved animals. Simultaneously, I held my first solo exhibition at The Riddoch Art and Cultural Centre in Mount Gambier. As an artist with autism, I wish to inspire others to focus on honing their potential and follow their dreams instead of dwelling on their limitations.

Displaying my work in a healthcare environment fosters calm and relaxation, enhancing the environment and promoting well-being through art. The natural environment provides a sense of tranquility and a deeper appreciation for the world around us and I wish to display the vast biodiversity of the Earth as the central theme in my art since childhood. Inspired by nature’s vast biodiversity, my work aims to promote appreciation for the natural world, reflecting the central theme I’ve cherished since childhood. My art aims to capture the wonders of nature and inspire people to venture outdoors and experience wildlife.

Amaya Gamage, 2024