Samantha Ashdown

Samantha works across a range of mediums including printmaking, collage, pastel, and gouache. Her practice delves into diverse subject matter, from still life and landscapes to portraiture and urban scenes.

Her artwork is distinguished by strikingly balanced compositions, bold line-work, and a soft colour palette, resulting in elegant and captivating imagery. Samantha has been part of Arts Project Australia since 2000 and has exhibited her work nationally, with pieces held in the National Gallery of Victoria.

Artist Samantha Ashdown conjures the vibrant energy of the Queen Victoria Market in her still-life painting of fresh produce from specialty grocer Queen's Harvest. A market box overflows with artichokes, lemons, sweet potato onto the artist's desk; carrots nestled into her paint brushes.