Artist Statement

Pete Ross was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and now lives and works in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Peer-recognised for his works in portraiture and landscape painting through selection in esteemed competitions - such as the Lester Prize (formerly Black Swan Prize for Portraiture), the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize, and the Lethbridge 20000 Art Awards - Ross has firmly established his status as an artist of merit.

Today, his artistic observations have turned to interpretations addressing critical issues concerning the impact of human activity on the environment and our communities, locally and globally.

These concerns are explored through key projects such as Functional Extinction, Firestorm, Black Summers, and his latest sculpture project, Ozymandias.

His oeuvre is characterised by a compelling portrayal of the interconnectedness between human actions and the delicate balance of nature. Through his powerful depictions, Pete endeavours to provoke contemplation on ecological and sociocultural challenges, urging viewers to confront the consequences of human interventions on the natural world.

This commitment to bringing forth thought-provoking dialogues on pressing environmental concerns has become a defining hallmark of Pete's practice.

Pete continues to explore and challenge the boundaries of artistic expression through his considered creations, addressing pressing global concerns with unwavering dedication and artistic prowess.