Celeste Ivy Bell
Celeste Ivy Bell, is an Adelaide-based surrealist artist, who crafts dreamlike, fantastical pieces that draw inspiration from the natural world. In a world of her own creation, her work delves into the complexities of human relationships with nature, giving plant life personality, a story of their own. Bells’ artistic process often involves blending traditional and experimental techniques, particularly with her use of oil and gouache paints on wood board, with a current interest in expanding her practice into the tactile and sculptural qualities of ceramics. Her pieces often bright in colour, contain rich symbolism and motifs, offering viewers an opportunity to reflect on their connections to the natural world by drawing them into the piece on a personal level.