So happy with how these turned out. Those hand deckled edges are sweet! Thank you ASP team!
The title is a playful dig at the common request for creatives to work without pay in exchange for visibility. ‘Working for exposure’
16 x 20”
4 Colour Screen print on 160lb Mohawk Superfine Ultra White
Edition of 30
Available NOW in the US at All Star Press Chicago.
This year I was happy to be invited by Outre Gallery to exhibit at the Affordable Art Fair in Melbourne. They had a gorgeous booth of interesting, contemporary artworks by a select group of artists, both local and international.
Faded Beauty
I exhibited four new sculpture paintings and one A2 screen print created specifically for the event.
With these works I am continuing to explore the double standard language of gender. It’s an old narrative of equality (or lack there of) but one that is still so interesting to me. Why are there so many more derogative terms for female than males?
(Not Your) Princess
Ice Queen
Tramp
I had a great response to these works and the sentiment behind them. All original sculpture paintings have sold but there are still some ‘Bubbles Burst’ screen prints available at Outre Gallery.
A2 four colour screen print with super snazzy silver glitter
Limited edition of 50. Hand signed and numbered.
Keep fighting and stay tough girls. Screen print to celebrate International Womens Day.
A2 Limited edition 3 colour screen print of 25 only! Hand signed and numbered.
Beautifully printed by Catch Wreck Screen Printers on 285gsm acid free archival Fabriano paper.
Available here.
New print now available. The original painting was created using mixed media on plywood.
I’d like to create a little ‘tongue in cheek’ series of the numerous hardships of being a woman. :)
‘Hardships’
Gallery quality giclee print using archival inks on 300gsm art paper
Limited edition of 100, hand signed and numbered.
Available in A3, A2, and A1 size. Please enquire about A0 size. Available here.
New artworks heading to New Orleans Mortal Machine Gallery for their group show 'No Logic, No Boundaries'.
I love painting these sculptural heads. Colourful and bold but with layers of textures, patterns, complexity and intrigue.
Star - 20 x 14 x 1.5” mixed media on plywood
Boss - 19 x 16 x 1.5” mixed media on plywood
The show will include artwork by 8 artists including:
Opening reception is this Friday 31st Mar 7-10pm at:
940 Royal St, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
For any enquiries please contact: mortalmachinenola@gmail.com
My take on the iconic 1974 Roxy Music album cover, 'Country Life'.
I've always loved this iconic image of Eveline Grunwald and Constanze Karoli taken by Eric Bowman. Scroll down to see the original image.
The two German girls were apparently fans and met the band in a bar. They agreed to do the shoot when Roxy Music's original models fell through.
The title ‘Country Life’ was named after the British magazine for the gentry and Brian Ferry wanted a tongue in cheek contrast to the usual wholesome, staid photographs that sported the cover. It proved to be quite controversial and was censored in some parts of the world. Early US copies were shrink-wrapped in opaque plastic and then re released with the back cover pic that featured only the trees/bushes.
My original painting was exhibited and sold at The Record Collection show curated by Rick Mereki. Partial benefits going to the Ukraine Crisis Appeal.
Now available here as a limited edition print from A3+ to A0 size.
Another legend gone. RIP Ronnie Spector, lead singer of the Ronettes and original 'bad girl of rock n roll'. What a voice, with the best beehive in town.
A4 and A3 limited edition prints now available in the shop. High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist
I also have two small original paintings of Ronnie available. Click on the images to take you directly to the shop.
Norma Jean Wofford, nicknamed 'The Duchess' by Bo Diddley, was the second rockin' female guitarist in Bo's band in the 1960's.
The coolest.
A4 and A3 prints now available in the shop. High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist
All hail Poison Ivy Rorschach, co founding mistress of The Cramps and Gretsch slinging queen of rock’n roll.
I’ve been lucky enough to have witnessed The Cramps in Melbourne, London and New York. Their live shows were a hoot- Lux’s hilarious antics contrasted with Ivy’s ice cool badass-ery and guitar prowess.
Her important role was often undermined. “Nobody ever talks to me about music or guitar,” she said. “I’m the queen of rock n’ roll and for this to not to be recognised is pure sexism.”
A4 and A3 Ivy prints are now available in the shop as part of the music icons print range.
High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist.
I’m a big cat fan so this was an easy job to say yes to. The Divine Feline - A Chic Ladies Guide to Woman’s Best Friend. Written by best selling author Belinda Alexandra, designed by Madeleine Kane, illustrated throughout by me and published by Murdoch Books.
The book looks at the relationships between women and cats throughout history (my fave part), how to communicate with your cat /reading body language, behavioural questions, famous cat lovers and the authors own experiences as an ardent cat lover. Added bonus of a tactile velvet spine!
Murdoch Books have given me 5 copies to giveaway so I’m running an Instagram competition. Head over to @nerylwalker to enter. Open internationally and ends on Sun 7th Feb. Good luck!
The book is available in Australia at Amazon and Booktopia, in the US via Amazon and Barnes and Noble, in the UK at Amazon and Waterstones and in Canada at Amazon and Indigo Books.
And thanks to Jacky Winter for organising it all!
Hey ho, lets go!
In light of our current house bound situation, I’ve created some crafty iso entertainment for the kids (and big kids too), in the form of free printable downloads of my rock’n roll paper dolls, Joey Ramone and Debbie Harry (Blondie).
I loved paper dolls as a kid and spent hours creating costumes for my hand made dolls. I originally created Rock n Dolls for a book (that didn’t get published) but I’m making them available to all of my subscribers. If you’re not a current subscriber, please subscribe in the pop up and the download will be sent straight to you.
You can download in colour or (if you really need time to get some shit done), give them to your kids in black and white to colour in first.
Instructions
Loosely cut out the body and base and glue onto cardboard using a glue stick or spray adhesive. I used 1.5mm craft board, but you could use any stiff cardboard you have laying around, old packaging, cereal boxes, etc.
Cut the dolls out using a sharp craft knife (adults you will probably need to do this). For doll stability do not cut the area between the legs.
Fit the base together where the slots meet in a cross shape. Your doll should now stand.
Cut each item of clothing. Remember to keep the tabs intact.
Now dress up Joey and Deb!
You could also make other items of clothing or accessories. Just trace the shape of the doll and get creative.
If the tabs are too tricky for your little ones, forget the tabs and glue clothes directly on. Whatever works for you!
I’d also love to see pics of your finished dolls (don’t forget to tag me @nerylwalker so I can see).
Stay safe, happy crafting and keep rockin!
neryl xxx
*This is for personal use only. For commercial use or reproduction, please contact me first.
Rock n Dolls printable paper dolls here.
I was recently asked to contribute to a group show at Outre Gallery called ‘A League of Their Own’ - a showcase of loveable misfits, bad ass legends and vociferous villains. I couldn’t go past the iconic Varla (Tura Satana), Billie (Lori Williams) and Rosie (Haji) from Russ Meyers 1965 cult classic, Faster Pussycat Kill Kill. Shot in black and white, such classic scenes and styling, with the best one liners.
The original painting on plywood sold but due to an overwhelming response I have released a limited edition of giclee prints available from A3+ to A0 size in the online store. So now you can now take legends Tura, Lori and Haji home with you. :)
A2 size
A1 size
The Arbory Afloat in Melbourne have collaborated with Four Pillars to create a limited edition pink ‘Miami Afloat Gin’ exclusive to their Yarra River bar, featuring one of my illustrations on the label.
The ingredient list includes pineapple sage, orris root, strawberry gum, the peels of orange, lemon and grapefruit and the pink colour is the addition of Davidson Plums.
Unfortunatey the gin is not available to buy but you can taste it exclusively at the Arbory Afloat in Melbourne. I can vouch that it tastes as good as it looks. But be quick, the pink gin party will be over by the end of summer :)
Big thanks to 21-19 for the awesome design and Jacky Winter all things biz.
Photo Simon Shiff Arbory Afloat
Femlins are go!
I feel so incredibly lucky to be the artist chosen to reinterpret the iconic Playboy Femlin, originally designed by LeRoy Neiman in the 50's.
Now you can take the impish gal home with you.
Three new A4 giclee prints of designs used in Playboy Magazine - 'Lets Dance', 'Like Me' and 'Book Smarts'. Now available as a limited edition of 100, hand signed and numbered on 300gsm art paper, using archival inks.
There is also a special bundle price to buy all three designs with combined shipping if you just can't decide!
Check her out in the shop.
Late last year I received an email from Playboy US asking me to create an updated version of Leroy Neiman’s Femlin. I was beyond excited and flattered. I have always loved Neiman’s mischievous, nymphish character he created for the Party pages of Playboy magazine in 1955 and continued to create in the 60’s and 70’s.
It was so fun to work on this. It’s not often I receive a job where nudity is actually encouraged! And the art directors at Playboy were so lovely to work with.
I’m yet to see it in print but here are some of the images which are in the new quarterly Playboy magazine which launched Jan 18th 2019. Keep your eyes peeled at quality news stands.
As you might know, I have a love of all things vintage and mid century modern. It’s from this passion that I have decided to team up with long term partner and collaborator, Tim Haynes to bring you a new homewares brand called MODNLOVR.
Photo Andrew Lloyd
We’ve designed a mid century inspired planter and we’re excited to announce that it is now available for sale in the US! It’s made from spun metal and will come in a range of colours, the first two to launch - silver and copper. We are incredibly happy with this product. It was important to us not to make a throw away product, something that would last for years to come like our treasured vintage goodies. We hope you love the result too! It’s currently available for sale in the US here.
I had lots of fun creating artwork for the branding and packaging. The planter comes gift boxed in an eco friendly box. We do not use any plastic in our packaging.
Come join us on our journey on Instagram and Facebook. Join our mailing list to hear about new product releases, sales information and to receive 10% off your first purchase.
We hope to release more colours very soon and stay tuned for other country releases.
And a big thanks to Andrew Lloyd for his stellar photography and Gallery Midlandia for the gorgeous location. :)
So happy to be asked back to exhibit at Spoke Art as part of their pop up 12 x 12 exhibition at Vertical Gallery in Chicago.
Lots of great artists involved and the only stipulation being that the artwork was to be 12 x 12”. Here’s my piece, ‘We Got The Beat’.
The show opened on Fri 28th Sept until Sun 30th. To enquire about my piece please email the gallery at events@spoke-art.com
Calling all covens, lovers of all things witchy, bitchy and little bit wicked! I had such a fun time working on the Bitchcraft Calendar -The Art of Being A Wicked Woman by Workman Publishing. Pairing my illustrations with my kinda mantras like ‘My Crystal Ball tells me that you’re full of shit’. Makes the perfect gift for any wannabe witch or cynic.
Available via several online and bricks and mortar stores in the US including Amazon. Pageaday.com are offering a 20% discount if you use the coupon Bitchcraft20 on their site until the end of 2018. It is also available online in Australia via Angus and Robertson, Booktopia and eBay amongst others.
A Storm is Brewing
Silently Cursing your Idiot Ass
Putting a Pin in This Bullshit
My exhibition 'Broad Appeal' opened on Fri 13th April. Big love to old friends and new who came to view the works and to celebrate with me. It was busy! Big thanks to Outre Gallery for letting me be a part of their Small Wall Project, and to Pete Kelk for hanging the show so well. To legend Tim Haynes for photographing and framing the works and to Pete for extra artwork photos and pics on the night. The show runs until April 22nd. If you're in Melbourne city do pop in. The entire catalogue of works is now online if you are unable to make it.
Outre Gallery, 249 Elizabeth St, Melbourne www.outregallery.com
'Broad Appeal' Acrylic on plywood 44 x 55cm
Photo by Pete Kelk
Pleasure Seekers Acrylic on plywood 28 x 28cm
Textploitation 28 x 19cm Acrylic and varnish on plywood
Down Time Acrylic and varnish on plywood 28 x 28cm
'How Does Your Garden Grow' Acrylic and varnish on plywood 17.5 x 17.5 cm
What Does This Button Do? Acrylic on plywood 28 x 28 cm
