GABRIELLE PENFOLD, Handpainted Raffia Hat

An original, one-of-a-kind wearable artwork by Gabrielle Penfold, created exclusively for PIGMENT. Painted directly onto raffia straw in acrylic. All proceeds from this auction will be donated to The Skin Hospital, supporting its work in dermatological care, education and research.

Details

Artist: Gabrielle Penfold
Medium: Acrylic on raffia straw
Brim length: X cm
Crown height: X cm
Internal head circumference: X cm

Gabrielle Penfold is a Sydney-based contemporary artist working across oil paint and clay. Her playful still-life works celebrate the simplicity of everyday objects, often exploring seafood, food and the dinner table with a distinctive sense of humour. A graduate of UNSW Art & Design, Penfold draws inspiration from her travels to off-the-beaten-track destinations, bringing a sense of curiosity and adventure to her work.