Exhibitions Stuart McLachlan Homebound 6th November 2024 - 30th November 2024

Regarded as one of the world’s premier paper sculptors, Sydney artist Stuart McLachlan presents his first solo with FLG. Talking to the decisions, sacrifices, work and consequences of keeping a roof over ones head Homebound explores the very human quest to find a sense of sanctuary in a compromised world.

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The works in this exhibition explore the universal quest for a sense of home. I deliberately use the word 'sense' because the meaning of home is as varied as the billions of beings and creatures inhabiting our small planet.

'Homebound' in this context delves into the multifaceted journey of finding a true home—whether it’s a physical space or a community of like-minded souls who allow us to feel at ease in our own skin. This search is often fraught with challenges, dangers, and even mortal risks. The fundamental need not only to discover a home but to safeguard all it encompasses is what creates a sanctuary for those who reside within.

This exhibition examines the deep-seated need for family and community, highlighting the trials and triumphs we encounter in our pursuit of what we each define as home. The works reflect on our collective history and the enduring influence that communities exert on their neighbors, both past and present.
Artist Statement

ARTIST PROFILE:
Stuart McLachlan began his career as an illustrator in Adelaide then worked in Melbourne, Amsterdam, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver. Now based in Sydney, his attention has moved to fine art where he has become internationally regarded as one of the world’s premier paper sculptors. Guided by his exquisite illustrations, the artist uses hand cut paper to mold into intricate figures and structures. So brilliantly rendered, the sculptures have a porcelain-like finish.

The hand-made pieces have been commissioned as art, used extensively on the fashion runway, adorned hotel foyers, theatre sets and imaged on book covers. His work has been published globally—appearing in magazines such as The Economist, The New Yorker, Vogue and Newsweek.

McLachlan's paper work has been catalogued in the art books, “PaperArt” (Hong Kong), “PaperCraft 2” (Berlin), “Paperworks” (China) and “PaperCuts“ (USA) which go behind the scenes featuring 30 of the world’s best paper artists. His work has been included in many exhibitions and has recently been accepted into the Hazelhurst Art Awards as well as being auctioned at The Rockefeller Centre in New York by Christies Auction house.

In 2018, he was included in the Luerzer’s archive Vienna, Austria international publication “200 Best Illustrators Worldwide” 2018/2019.

STUART MCLACHLAN PROFILE
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Stuart McLachlan
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Arches watercolour paper and glue
cm x cm variable dimensions