Brent Harris's 'Writing poems to the moon' at Tolarno Galleries

At Tolarno Galleries in Melbourne, Brent Harris showcases his solo exhibition titled 'Writing poems to the moon.' This exhibition includes 15 conté drawings on laid paper and seven corresponding paintings displayed in Gallery 1, along with eight hand-coloured prints inspired by a previous work in Gallery 2. Harris draws a parallel between his artistic creations and poetry, suggesting that both involve a unique arrangement of forms that convey personal and indirect symbolism. Although the moon does not appear in the artwork, it inspires a contemplative mood regarding mortality, with the drawings radiating a lunar-like illumination. "The light from the moon is a reflection," Harris remarks. "It’s second-hand moonlight but still..."