In Perceptions in Pastel, celebrated Australian artist Judy Drew presents luminous works that balance technical mastery with deep emotion.

From her early days sketching horses in Melbourne to her formative years on Bougainville Island, Drew has developed a distinctive style that unites precision with intuition. Her chosen medium—pastel—allows her to capture both the delicacy of light and the richness of texture, leaving marks alive with dynamism.

Influenced by masters such as Degas, Cassatt, and Klimt, as well as contemporary artists including Jenny Saville and Cressida Campbell, Drew brings a timeless yet contemporary sensitivity to her figurative and still-life works. Whether depicting a solitary figure in a flowing gown or a glowing arrangement of objects, her paintings invite us beyond what we see—into what we feel.

Aarwun Gallery is proud to present Perceptions in Pastel, a celebration of Judy Drew’s artistry and vision.