ARTIST BIO

BIO Artbykezz

Born in Brisbane, raised in Adelaide, moved to the Riverland in my 30’s and raised my family. 

What began 12 years ago as a personal exercise using art as a tool for mental health, has grown into a career as a self directed portrait artist. I believe we are shaped emotionally and physically by our thoughts, emotions, health, environment, and history. 

As a 61 yr old,woman, mother, grandmother, daughter and partner, I relate to this as life changing events have shaped who I am. 

Having been involved in wine and citrus industries, I have seen  the impact of environmental issues, both personally and within my local community. 
In 2020 I developed CIDP (Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy) an autoimmune disorder affecting the body’s nerve and muscle network.(just like Michael Klim) With continuous treatment, I am able to move, walk and work freely again.  My dear mother has dementia - all these experiences fuel my art and drive my interest in illustrating how society views and treats the "invisible" members of our comunities.

artbykezz can always be found on Instagram and Facebook, or at artbykezz@gmail.com