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Painting was always about gesture and emotion for me, but my creative journey has taken a new turn. From expressive brushwork, I’ve recently shifted my focus to working with steel. I began to feel limited by the flatness of the canvas — I wanted to work with something that pushed back, something more physical. That "something" turned out to be steel. Inspired by the rugged, elemental landscapes surrounding my home and studio, I began experimenting with scrap metal. My first steel works emerged almost like paintings in three dimensions: fluid, folded, and full of tension — embracing weight, balance, and...

I: Imre, thank you for speaking with us today. You have an intriguing story as a Hungarian-born artist now living and creating in Australia. How would you describe the role of visual artists in today’s rapidly changing and globalised world? IBi: I believe artists have always played a crucial role in reflecting the world around them, but today, that role feels even more significant. We’re living in a time of great political and social upheaval, climate crises, and technological transformation. Visual artists, in particular, are not only witnesses to these changes but also active participants in shaping the conversation about...

In the heart of the Australian Blue Mountains, nestled among the towering gum trees, stands my art studio. The land, with its vastness and peculiar beauty, had captivated me from the moment I set foot on it. Here, amidst the cacophony of cicadas and the occasional cry of a distant kookaburra, I find the freedom to create. My studio, a modest tin shed with sun bleached walls seems almost an extension of the land itself.  Here I make my journey into the heart of my creative process, showing how personal experiences shape my bold artistic vision. 

My visit to the Leopold Museum in Vienna was a journey into the heart of Egon Schiele's artistic legacy. Situated in the Museums Quartier, the Leopold Museum houses an extensive collection of Schiele's work, offering visitors a deep dive into the provocative and emotive nature of his art. For me, a Hungarian-born artist now residing in Australia, this visit was more than a brush with history; it was a profound encounter with a substantial body of work that has shaped modernist sensibilities.  As I wandered through the museum's halls, I was enveloped by the intensity of Schiele's compositions. Schiele's candor and exploration of the human...

In the heart of the South Pacific, amid the turquoise waters and emerald-green islands of Fiji, there existed a world far removed from 'everything that is artificial and conventional' of urban life. It was here that I sought inspiration beyond the confines of my studio. My journey began with a quest for authenticity, a desire to immerse myself in cultures untouched by the modern world. I embarked on an adventure to explore the remote island villages of Fiji, where traditions were woven into the very fabric of daily life. My first encounter was with the village of Yageta, nestled amidst rolling hills and...