# Michael Siegenthaler Artist

- Link: https://www.jahroc.com.au/michael-siegenthaler-artist
- Published: 2014-08-07T13:21:00+08:00
- Author: JahRoc Galleries

Originally from rural NSW Michael Siegenthaler spent many years painting from his
studio in Witchcliffe located in the beautiful south-west corner of Western Australia
where his subjects included the majestic Karri forests and winding rivers of the
local environment surrounding his home. His luscious paint surfaces applied with
the palette knife create impressions of the transient nature of light and colour
in the landscape. Michael now resides in Queensland.

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### Artist Statement

Born 1972 Sydney Michael Siegenthaler’s recent works draw inspiration from the local
environment. His subjects include the Boranup Forest and the Margaret River. Primarily
his art practice deals with observations of light in the landscape and the transient
nature of colour. His palette knife paintings play with contrasting colour to create
impressions of light and depth. Having painted his way around Australia – it’s unique
light and landscape remain a constant source of inspiration to his work. Originally
from rural N.S.W Michaels artistic education spans from age 11 through to teaching
at University, working in restoration, picture framing and directing his own gallery
in Sydney. Currently Michael tutors and paints professionally from his own Witchcliffe
studio. His paintings are collected both nationally and internationally.

### Curriculum Vitae

**Education**

 * 1983 – 85    Hawkesbury Community College – Painting and drawing classes
 * 1985 – 89    Alan James Art School – oil painting classes
 * 1990         Higher School Certificate – Parramatta Marist Brothers
 * 1991             Strathfield T.A.F.E – fiberglass fabrication
 * 1991 – 95     University of Western Sydney, Nepean Graduated with BA (visual 
   arts) Honours
 * 1997             Graduated with Master of Arts Honours, UWS

**Experience**

 * 1994 – 2003    Various positions with framing workshops.
 *                 Head painted finishes framer at FX Framing.
 * 1996 – 97         Technical Officer University of Western Sydney
 * 1999 – 2003    Director of M.J.S Creative Solutions
 *                   Manager Lords Road Studios. Conduct tuition of visual arts 
   and camping retreats for artists.

**Exhibitions and Awards**

 * 1992    “ArtExpress” traveling HSC student exhibition
    -     UWS First Year Student Expo, Fairfield School of Arts
    -     “The End of The Beginning”, Peachtree Studios, UWS Nepean.
    -     Hawkesbury Art Society Exhibition.
    -     Hawkesbury Art Society Garry Young, Young Artist of the Year Award.
 * 1993     2D or not 2D, Space YZ, UWS Nepean.
 * 1994     B.A. Graduation Exhibition, UWS Nepean
    -     National Graduate Exhibition, Perth Institute of Contemporary Art.
    -     “Doing Time”, Casula Power House, Sydney
    -     “Out of the Analogue”, Center for the Arts, Hobart
 * 1999 – Current     Paintings showcased at:
    -     Graphic Art Gallery, Sydney
    -     JahRoc Galleries, Margaret River W.A
    -     Boranup Galleries, Margaret River W.A
 * 2001 – 2005    2 Group shows at Depot Gallery, Sydney
 * 2005     Rotary Art Award (runner up)
 * 2005     “Natures Light” JahRoc Galleries Margaret River
 * 2007     “Summer Exhibition” Clarion Contemporary Art. London UK
 * 2007     “Sea and Sky” Clarion Contemporary Art. London UK

**Collections**

 * Andreone Solicitors, Sydney
 * Ruth Levine Designs, Sydney
 * Grant Samuels & Associates, Sydney
 * N.S.W Board of Studies
 * St John Of God Hospital

**Private Collections**

 * New York
 * London
 * Switzerland
 * Germany
 * Singapore

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### JahRoc Galleries currently have no Michael Siegenthaler Paintings for Sale