Lisa Nooin

Lisa is a self-taught artist based in Sydney with a background in graphic design. After over eight years as a designer and illustrator, she is now a full-time artist, focusing on portraits and still life.

Her unique "stained glass" painting technique, characterised by distinct colour separations, evolved from her illustration work and is highly therapeutic for her. Lisa's inspiration comes from life's simple moments, household objects, nature, and women. Through her art, she seeks to appreciate life’s simple beauties and bring joy to those who experience her work.

A portrait of a dish that captured the nation's attention. Painted by Lisa, this is Nat Thaipun’s Kangaroo Larb — the dish that won Nat her first challenge on MasterChef Australia 2024 and ultimately led to her victory. Lisa has captured the dish in a dinner party scene; a beautifully set table, glasses of wine and candles adorned in ribbons (the artist's homage to the bows Nat wore in her hair during the MasterChef finale).