Selected works from RMIT Culture collections and International Collections

Reko Rennie, I wear my own crown, 2013 Neon Lights always spark my interest and when I look at them, I feel an instant sense of joy and inspiration. I love the way they glow; for me they represent independence and individuality. This piece really stands out to me and I instantly felt empowered, not only do I love neon lights but by reading ‘I wear my own crown’ a feeling of hope and power instantly washes over me and inspires me.

Reko Rennie

I wear my own crown, 2013

Neon and glass

Edition: 1/2

15 x 128 x 8 cm (installation size variable)

Purchased through the RMIT Art Fund, 2014 RMIT University Art Collection

Georges Seurat, Seascape (Gravelines), 1890 The Neo-impressionist idea of allowing art viewers to ‘finish the painting in my mind’ is something that inspires me through my work in film. The use of different vibrant colours along with the short dash strokes allow the view to project and find their own meaning in the piece. I find this piece by Georges Seurat is so abstract that is really acts as an invitation for a viewer to regenerate the piece in their mind.

Georges Seurat Seascape (Gravelines), 1890 Oil on wood Original from the National Gallery of Art

Open Access Image. Public Domain : https://www.nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.157929.html