"Fabulous Flowers in Watercolour" an exhibition of watercolour works by Gerry Jensen

Artist Profile:

I have always been drawn to painting and drawing, exploring all types of mediums and techniques. One of my early memories is of school and how I was only interested in Art Class, and couldn't wait until that "special day".

On settling in Devonport 20 years ago, I enrolled in TAFE and completed an Endorsed Certificate in Painting and Drawing, winning the College Painting Prize in my final year.

In the ensuing years I have worked mainly in oils and pastels, as being a fairly textural painter I shied away from watercolour. However, deciding to face the challenge, I now have an absorbing passion for this most intriguing medium.

I particularly love painting flowers and leaves as their intricate structure, colours and wonderful forms fascinate and inspire me.