Artist profile

Marinka
Parnhan

  • Landscape
  • Painting

Marinka Parnham is a Melbourne based painter, textile designer, visual arts teacher and mother. She grew up as a creative, always with a paintbrush or pencil in hand, experimenting with new techniques and mediums.After completing a degree in textile design at RMIT and working as a hand painter designing bed linen, she went back to complete a degree in education to become an art teacher, wanting to share her passion with others. She has now come full circle and returned her focus to her true love of painting.Inspired by nature, landscapes and colour, her paintings are vibrant and full of life. Flora and Fauna are always a focus of inspiration to her, taking their colour, movement and texture. Parnham’s work has continually evolved and her newest collection resonates well with modern interiors adding bold pops of colour and an energetic vibrancy to any space they occupy. Parnham herself says, “I am continually inspired by colours, pattern, movement and nature. I see everyday objects and how they can be translated and transformed into captured moments in hanging art.

Marinka Parnhan

Marinka's Artworks ( 13 )

Career Highlights

- Solo Exhibition - Bush Symphony

- The Other Art Fair

Artist Interview
What medium do you work with, and why have you chosen them?

I work will all different mediums, but oil paint would be my favourite because it is so thick and creamy.

How does your artwork get from initial concept to exhibition stage?

I carry a sketch book with ideas which are a starting point. I always like to start with a coloured ground incase some of the canvas shows through. I continue to add layers until I am happy.

Can you tell us a little more about your creative working environment/studio?

I have a studio at home that helps me work around my busy schedule with 2 kids.