Karla Freitag - Artist
Karla is inspired by nature, animals and a passion for music, particularly the classical repertoire.
Her interests are reflected in her art, which is detailed and skilled with a free and unique artistic style.
Karla Freitag: 'Lighthouse' Tasmania
Formal training and qualifications:
Launceston Technical College, Tasmania - Ticket Writing
Launceston School of Art, Tasmania - Fine Art
Claremont School of Art, Western Australia-Fine Art and Sculpture
Silkscreen Printing
Photography - Joondana College
Teaching drawing and art at West Morley Primary School, Perth
Public works:
Victoria Park Primary School (mural)
West Morley Primary School (mural)
Illustration:
Karla illustrated two books for Queensland Author Helen Ryan
Commissions:
Karla has completed many commissions and is open to enquiries.
Exhibitions:
Queen Victoria Museum, Launceston, Tasmania
Launceston Art Society, Tasmania (Member)
Claremont School of Art, Perth
Nexus Group, Fremantle
Fields Cafe, Hay Perth, Perth (solo exhibition)
Interactive Art Group: Victoria Hall, Fremantle; Chrissy Parrot, May lands; St Hilda's School, Claremont; Wild Twig, Fremantle.
Wanneroo Art Awards Exhibition
Wanneroo Cultural Centre and Gallery (two artist exhibition)
Swan View Art Awards (winner 2014)
Lawley Arts Auction is Mount Lawley Senior High School's (MLSHS) major fund raising event for the Specialist Visual and Performing Arts (SVAPA) and Music Programs. Karla supports this event on an ongoing basis. (2014 - present on an ongoing basis). Every one of Karla's works donated has sold.
Purchase Art:
Karla's art can be purchased from a variety of galleries or online at
bluethumb.com.au/karla-freitag