Barbara Davidson*

26/07/1928 - 07/11/2022

Barbara worked in a variety of print media including etching, lithography, collagraphs and artists books. She was a founding member of the Print Circle.

She had solo exhibitions as well as contributing to many group exhibitions.

Her work is included in collections in Sweden, London, New Zealand, New York, Brazil, Czech Republic, National Gallery of Australia, Powerhouse Museum and State Libraries of NSW and Queensland.

Barbara had three commissions from the Print Council of Australia and her prints have received many awards.

Barbara always pushed beyond the boundaries of technique. She saw details and explored the complexities of everyday objects and the subjects she knew best, her home and her city.

She drew heavily on her domestic and harbour environment for inspiration. Her images are characterised by a rich density, fine detail and texture.

She is the subject of the book 'Barbara A Davidson' by Tanya Crothers, Milhau Press, 2001.