Reflections on life and faith

A NEW Artists on View exhibition of oil and acrylic paintings, watercolours, charcoal and ink drawings, and photography created by Flora Hill’s Lorraine McCarthy is open until this Monday 23 February at Dudley House.

The showcase, Imperial Oracles of My Everyday Wanderings, invites gallerygoers into a world of landscapes, birds, floral pieces and imaginative interpretations of nature, reflecting McCarthy’s perspectives of life and her strong faith.

McCarthy describes herself as a colourist expressionist with a distinctive artistic style defined by vivid, bright colour and thick lashings of paint.

Her approach gives each piece a unique presence and conveys not only what is seen, but what is felt.

She said the featured works explore themes of renewal, connection and the constancy found in the ever-changing landscape.

“Nature is my sounding board,” she said.

“Each work is unique, some realistic, others imaginative, soft and moody, or vibrant.”

McCarthy said she aims to project more than what she sees, but what she feels and experiences on a deeper level.

“The natural rejuvenation of nature underlies that which is dependable,” she said.

“I want my art to reflect the secrets of life and faith through thoughtful discovery and connection.”

The free exhibition at Dudley House, 60 View Street is open from 10am to 5pm until Monday.

The 2026 City of Greater Bendigo Artists on View program supports local artists in exhibiting new work, offering venue access, technical support, promotion and cash towards their costs.

Find out more on the Bendigo Region website.