Jill Brailsford

My creative ethos centres on a lifelong exploration of my inner world. I’ve developed personal metaphors and motifs that connect to my unconscious. I’m fascinated by the folkloric, spacey, and mystical aspects of the subconscious—captivated by the images that unfold in our minds, not confined to
the external reality of life. Creating is a human necessity; making marks and painting bring this vision to life.

In my artwork, I strive to capture the beauty, strangeness and enchantment inherent in the natural world. I utilize a broad mix of images, drawing from both reality and my own imagination. By incorporating traditional materials, as well as
digital techniques in my paintings, I explore the landscapes of my mind with vibrant colours and intricate details. Each piece is a journey into the worlds I envision, where my imagination takes form.

My studio is a place where I can retreat surrounded by the things I need to make pictures. I use various styles and media but because of the content I make it recognizably my own
I engage in a daily practice, experimenting and learning various techniques across different styles. Upon waking, I immediately have images and ideas, blurring the lines between my dreaming, and waking thoughts.

Helen Toohey

I’m a photographer based in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. I have always loved photography but recently decided to chase the dream and do what I love for a living, putting life first. have spent two years studying and taking my
photography to a new level. Taking images of places that capture my imagination, in the natural world, streetscapes and buildings. I also love taking candid and and raw portraits that capture an emotion or feeling in them.

Setting up at Ticker has allowed the dream to become tangible. A welcoming environment for artists to work on our own projects in separate spaces, whilst getting inspiration and encouragement from each other.
My studio is a place where I can showcase some recent work in a real setting in a world where everything is virtual. There is great light for portraits and a calm space to focus and do my editing which brings my images to life.

I’m inspired by everything around me, getting out amongst it and observing. I Love to catch the light at an interesting angle or capture a street with bustling energy. I feel a strong image can portray a feeling or emotion without words and that is something I am working towards capturing as I look at the world and have something to say.

Fiona (Feebee)

I use a visual art form called Assemblage. Ideas get written down as a reference or starting point and then the creative journey begins. Every piece is completely unique and a 1 off creation. The finished product may be nothing like the beginning and is likely to completely change.

My art studio is a safe space for me to develop and create my unique pieces. Being part of the Ticker Art Studios has enabled me to collaborate with other studio artists in a fun and creative environment and take part in local exhibitions
and now the Dandenong Ranges Open studios.

I incorporate everyday objects into my work, such as saws, dolls, plates, paper, driftwood, skateboards, recycled items and more. My work is intuitive, so I see pictures in my head like a down-load and then I action them. I also work with rocks, fabric, beads, string, old tools and really anything I find that resonates with me at that moment in time. ‘Its all about the journey and there are NO RULES.