Steve Leadbeater 'Untitled' earth tones Philippe Le Miere investigates icons

Philippe Le Miere investigates icons of popular culture

captured in the witching hour and dappled with moonlight

he had dropped out of an architecture and law degree at the University of Sydney to pursue art and despite no formal training became a Wynne Finalist in 1951

king of the Underworld

a world of illusion… a country that may be strange but it is also beautiful and compellingly familiar

Steve Leadbeater 'Untitled' earth tones Philippe Le Miere investigates iconsSteve Leadbeaters art is a raw, primal reflection of the human experience, weaving contrasts between identity, sensitivity, and spirit. Instinctual and sensitive, his work balances raw, saturated marks, sometimes dripping, to create a visceral narrative. Seeking connection, not shock, his art invites viewers into a cathartic experience, reflecting on creation, society, and the enigmatic nature of humanity. Influenced by Indigenous cultures and