Eira Chidgey, Nook, 2026
Collaged fabric, acrylic and oil stick on board, 44x54cm framed
My work concerns itself with my internal world, and translating personal and social issues as a representation of self. This mixed media painting, Nook, explores both the conscious and unconscious murmurs of the mind, how this inner space accompanies us through life, helping us process, reflect, and understand the world around us. Collaged fabric, layered on board, symbolises a cocoon, cosy place, or nook, both protective and comforting; the softness of the material, in contrast to the board, creates the feeling of safety that I often find within. The concept of nook as a quiet and sheltered recess or secluded spot, represents how our internal psyche provides sanctum from our external environments.
Eira Chidgey is a mixed media abstract artist currently based in Newcastle NSW. She holds a first class honours degree in Contemporary Applied Arts from Trinity St David University, and a diploma in Foundation Arts from City of Bath College. Her work has been exhibited widely and is held in private collections across Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. A successful candidate in the highly competitive 2026 Mentorship Program at Newcastle Art Space, she is currently working alongside Patricia Wilson Adams for an upcoming group exhibition at Newcastle University. Other achievements include The Leda Art Prize, The Newcastle Club Foundation Art Prize, The Hunter Emerging Art Prize, The Mini Series Art Prize, and Inside This Box Art Prize. Notable group shows include Collect at The Lock Up, Summer Salon at Straitjacket, Alumni at Leda Gallery, Silver And Cold at Wester Gallery, Philocalist at Wonderground Barossa, and SIX at North Gallery. Recent solo exhibitions include Amongst Gods And Demons at North Gallery, Shedding Old Skin at Cornerstore Gallery, Becoming Visible at Wester Gallery, and A Place For All The Small Things at Leda Gallery.
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Eira Chidgey, Nook, 2026
Collaged fabric, acrylic and oil stick on board, 44x54cm framed
My work concerns itself with my internal world, and translating personal and social issues as a representation of self. This mixed media painting, Nook, explores both the conscious and unconscious murmurs of the mind, how this inner space accompanies us through life, helping us process, reflect, and understand the world around us. Collaged fabric, layered on board, symbolises a cocoon, cosy place, or nook, both protective and comforting; the softness of the material, in contrast to the board, creates the feeling of safety that I often find within. The concept of nook as a quiet and sheltered recess or secluded spot, represents how our internal psyche provides sanctum from our external environments.
Eira Chidgey is a mixed media abstract artist currently based in Newcastle NSW. She holds a first class honours degree in Contemporary Applied Arts from Trinity St David University, and a diploma in Foundation Arts from City of Bath College. Her work has been exhibited widely and is held in private collections across Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. A successful candidate in the highly competitive 2026 Mentorship Program at Newcastle Art Space, she is currently working alongside Patricia Wilson Adams for an upcoming group exhibition at Newcastle University. Other achievements include The Leda Art Prize, The Newcastle Club Foundation Art Prize, The Hunter Emerging Art Prize, The Mini Series Art Prize, and Inside This Box Art Prize. Notable group shows include Collect at The Lock Up, Summer Salon at Straitjacket, Alumni at Leda Gallery, Silver And Cold at Wester Gallery, Philocalist at Wonderground Barossa, and SIX at North Gallery. Recent solo exhibitions include Amongst Gods And Demons at North Gallery, Shedding Old Skin at Cornerstore Gallery, Becoming Visible at Wester Gallery, and A Place For All The Small Things at Leda Gallery.
Contact us about personal payment plans and Layby.
Shipping & Collection
This artwork is available for collection from The Corner Store Gallery or can be shipped after the close of the exhibition on August 30 2026.
Small artworks can be delivered anywhere in Australia for a flat rate of $35, with an additional $5 per extra item purchased online. Simply select Small Artwork Australia Wide Flat Rate at checkout.
We take great care in packaging all artworks to ensure they arrive safely.
As original artworks are unique, all sales are considered final. If your artwork arrives damaged in transit, please contact us as soon as possible so we can assist.
For full details, please view our Shipping Policy or Refund Policy.
