Ekphrasis: Inspiration, Art and Perfumery

Next date: Saturday, 20 September 2025 | 12:00 PM to Wednesday, 24 September 2025 | 03:00 PM

'Ekphrasis' is an Ancient Greek word meaning a creative, vivid, written description of a visual work of art. The more contemporary interpretation of ekphrasis, explored in this exhibition, is that any art form can inspire the creation of an entirely different type of art.

Art doesn’t just entertain, it moves. The art chosen has moved Candace Gabelish (perfumer) and Emma Medwell (artist) to create. Perfumes, sculpture and paintings exhibited in this collaboration originated from their emotional responses to a variety of artforms, including writing, painting, poetry and music.

With this concept in mind, the public will be invited to be part of the art. There will be a variety of ways for individuals to respond to the ekphrastic art.

Candace Gabelish

Candace Gabelish is a scientist turned perfumer who has been creating unique fragrances since 2009. 'Inspiration can come from anywhere,' she claims but her main muses are people, colour, art and artists. Candace is looking forward to more exciting collaborations: 'art moves us!'

Emma Medwell

Emma Medwell is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans sculpture, woodwork, and mixed media. Drawing inspiration from place, history, and human connection, she creates works that explore form, texture, and narrative. Her recent practice includes explorations in perfumery-inspired art collaborations and large-scale exhibitions.

 

Showing at the Gerringong Library and Museum Gallery

Open:

• Saturday 20 September 12-2pm
• Sunday 21 September 12-2pm
• Monday 22 September CLOSED
• Tuesday 23 September 10am-3pm
• Wednesday 24 September 10am-3pm

No need to book, just drop in.

When

Location

Gerringong Library and Museum Gallery, 8 Blackwood Street, Gerringong, 2534, View Map