Across Generations

3 - 18 Aug 2024

Opening Night 3 Aug 5-7PM

Ellie Sutton
Susan Heslin

Rising star Ellie Sutton creates amazing abstract works and is set to show them off in a joint exhibition with mother-in-law Susan Heslin at Northern Beaches Gallery in August.

Following a career in the corporate world, Ellie fell ill 18 months ago and picked up a set of oil paints she’d been gifted for Christmas. After taking up painting to add positivity to her day, Ellie soon began to make big waves in the art world with her vibrant abstract artworks, quickly receiving acclaim and accolades. “I can’t imagine having gone through this difficult period without art,” said Ellie. “It truly saved me”.

Alongside her mother-in-law and fellow artist Susan Heslin, Ellie is set to present her signature art in an exhibition with the theme “Across Generations”. The show aims to bridge the gap between the two artists, bringing them together and embracing their artistic differences. “While our works are total opposite ends of the spectrum, I feel this exhibition showcases that juxtaposition beautifully”, said Ellie. “Susan, who is classically trained, paints gorgeous traditional still lifes in oils, while I paint ultra-contemporary and modern abstracts”. The exhibition will feature one of Ellie’s favourite pieces, “Green Goddess”, a beautiful perspex work featuring the lively colours and movement Ellie is known for. “I believe it has a great balance of colour and detail without being overwhelming”, said Ellie. “The piece represents our connection to Mother Earth, as well as ancient wisdom and all how the earth can nourish and heal us”. Ellie Sutton and Susan Heslin’s exhibition is set to be an exciting look at two brilliantly contrasted bodies of works.