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Local Artist... Bronte Goodieson from Clovelly

Interview James Hutton

Clovelly artist Bronte Goodieson is the talent behind this month’s awesome cover painting of Bronte Beach. She shares her local favourites with The Beast...

How long have you lived here?

My whole life. I’ve live in Randwick, Coogee and now Clovelly.

Why do you live here? I love the ocean air and stunning walks, and I have so many good friends within walking distance.

What’s your favourite beach?

Gordons Bay has my heart. We have a special rock called Barley’s Rock, named after our dog, and on a summer’s afternoon it’s a vibe.

What’s your favourite eatery?

I’m a regular burger connoisseur at Out of the Blue, and I’ve been loving Wagyuto, the new Japanese restaurant on Clovelly Road. It’s a mix of modern Japanese and Australian cuisine, it’s delicious and the presentation is art.

Where do you like to have a drink? Lately I’ve really been frequenting the rooftop at the Colombian on Oxford Street, there’s a cocktail lounge on the second floor that’s great for a dance. The Cloey Bowlo is a flawless spot for a Sunday session.

Best thing about the Eastern Suburbs? I’ve recently taken up running and have been running from Clovelly to Bondi at sunset. I’m still fascinated by the breathtaking views - even when it’s raining it’s glorious. I don’t think you can get bored here, because there is always something to do.

Worst thing about the Eastern Suburbs? Definitely parking, school time congestion, and I recently saw a rat in Coogee which was a shame.

How would you describe your art? I like to brighten up a space with my paintings. I have a playful, soft, decorative style. I am obsessed with trying out new colour schemes and seeing what tones will work together to create vibrant work for beautiful homes.

Where can people see your work? My Instagram account, @brontegoodieson, my website, www.brontegoodieson.com, and at Humble Beginnings, Randwick.

Who are your artistic inspirations? Alexander McQueen, Joseph Lorusso and Vivenne Westwood.

What are you working on at the moment? I’m working on four commission pieces of Bronte, a family portrait for mum and a new greeting card and print range.

Do you have any exhibitions coming up? I have just booked an artists’ residency in the High Coast of Sweden for a month in September and will have an exhibition there of the body of work I create during my stay.

When did you discover you had a gift for your craft? I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t painting, drawing or sewing. I was about 13 when I sold my first painting and I just knew it was what I was going to do.

Any other local artists to look out for? Shout out to illustrator Yiscah Symonds, paper artist Benja and painter Tyrone Layne.

Did you study art? Yes, I studied Graphic Design and Illustration at the Enmore Design Centre.

Any words of wisdom for young aspiring artists? Being an artist and a small business owner can be isolating, so be sure to surround yourself with good people, and try and mix up your day so you don’t get too bored or burnt out.

Who is your favourite person?

My baby niece Maddie, she’s just turned one and she’s the best.

What do you get up to on the weekends? I coach netball, I’ll try and hit the gym, I walk my labradoodle Alfie, then I’ll usually go to dinner and drinks with friends and dance until the venue closes, then spend Sunday recovering and watching reality TV.

What do you do for work? I’m a full-time artist, so I work on my website and orders, and I wholesale my print and card range. As well as commissions for clients, I also create graphics for a few different companies, and I like to have the occasional pop-up store, which keeps me busy.

What’s your favourite thing about work? I love that I can constantly create new work and see a progression in my style. I also have the most amazing clients that have become some of my closet friends and I get to collaborate with them and have the best time doing it.

Do you have a favourite quote?

“Whoever said that money can’t buy happiness, simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” - Bo Derek.

Any other words of wisdom for readers of The Beast? Invest in good art.