ROXY MUSIC'S COUNTRY LIFE

My take on the iconic 1974 Roxy Music album cover, 'Country Life'.

I've always loved this iconic image of Eveline Grunwald and Constanze Karoli taken by Eric Bowman. Scroll down to see the original image.

The two German girls were apparently fans and met the band in a bar. They agreed to do the shoot when Roxy Music's original models fell through.

The title ‘Country Life’ was named after the British magazine for the gentry and Brian Ferry wanted a tongue in cheek contrast to the usual wholesome, staid photographs that sported the cover. It proved to be quite controversial and was censored in some parts of the world. Early US copies were shrink-wrapped in opaque plastic and then re released with the back cover pic that featured only the trees/bushes.

My original painting was exhibited and sold at The Record Collection show curated by Rick Mereki. Partial benefits going to the Ukraine Crisis Appeal.

Now available here as a limited edition print from A3+ to A0 size.

RONNIE SPECTOR

Another legend gone. RIP Ronnie Spector, lead singer of the Ronettes and original 'bad girl of rock n roll'. What a voice, with the best beehive in town.

A4 and A3 limited edition prints now available in the shop. High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist

I also have two small original paintings of Ronnie available. Click on the images to take you directly to the shop.

NORMA JEAN WOFFORD 'THE DUCHESS'

Norma Jean Wofford, nicknamed 'The Duchess' by Bo Diddley, was the second rockin' female guitarist in Bo's band in the 1960's.

The coolest.

A4 and A3 prints now available in the shop. High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist

POISON IVY RORSCHACH

All hail Poison Ivy Rorschach, co founding mistress of The Cramps and Gretsch slinging queen of rock’n roll.

I’ve been lucky enough to have witnessed The Cramps in Melbourne, London and New York. Their live shows were a hoot- Lux’s hilarious antics contrasted with Ivy’s ice cool badass-ery and guitar prowess.

Her important role was often undermined. “Nobody ever talks to me about music or guitar,” she said. “I’m the queen of rock n’ roll and for this to not to be recognised is pure sexism.”

A4 and A3 Ivy prints are now available in the shop as part of the music icons print range.

High quality giclee print on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 hand signed and numbered by the artist.

FASTER PUSSYCAT KILL KILL

I was recently asked to contribute to a group show at Outre Gallery called ‘A League of Their Own’ - a showcase of loveable misfits, bad ass legends and vociferous villains. I couldn’t go past the iconic Varla (Tura Satana), Billie (Lori Williams) and Rosie (Haji) from Russ Meyers 1965 cult classic, Faster Pussycat Kill Kill. Shot in black and white, such classic scenes and styling, with the best one liners.

The original painting on plywood sold but due to an overwhelming response I have released a limited edition of giclee prints available from A3+ to A0 size in the online store. So now you can now take legends Tura, Lori and Haji home with you. :)

A2 size

A1 size

'JUNGLE GIRLS' PRINT LAUNCH

It's exotica hour in the jungle! Can't you hear the bongos and bird calls? This is a print taken from a large original painting on canvas.

Giclee prints available from A3+ up to A0 poster size (holding A2 size in third pic). Printed on 300gsm natural Cotton Rag Art Paper using archival inks. Limited edition of 100 and each edition is hand numbered and signed.

Head on over to the shop for a peek.

LEILANI

Aloha! A new print is in the store and somehow I forgot to post it here! Following on from China Girl, this is Leilani, featuring all things Hawaiian. The name was inspired by the Hoodoo Gurus song of the same name, taken from their classic 80’s debut album, Stoneage Romeos. It’s still a fave of mine. Leilani is a Hawaiian name that means heavenly flower.

My great grandfather lived in Hawaii for sometime and came back to Australia to design and build his home inspired by his travels, complete with palm trees. It was a very unusual design for 1905. He named it Hale Mauka (house on the hill) and it still stands today.

She is available in A3 size up to A0 poster size. Shown below holding the A2 size. Head to the shop for more details.

JETSTAR

If you're lucky enough to be jetting off this month with Jetstar, then check out their latest inflight magazine. My two prints 'The Jungle Room' and 'Pineapple Mary' sitting pretty in an Hawaiian Island Style editorial. Complete with pineapples, flamingoes and tropical goodness, they look right at home. Check them in store at neryl.bigcartel.com. Photo by Ric Wallis, styling by @moniquesoames_thebigstyle  

CHINA GIRL

Such sad news about the recent death of a true music icon, David Bowie. I could bang on about him and his music for days but decided to draw this instead. China Girl now available as a limited edition giclee print in the shop.

To celebrate the launch of this print we are running a sale of 20% of ALL prints in the shop. Sale starts 4th March 7am AEST. Use the code 'CHINAGIRL' at checkout to receive the discount. But be quick, sale ends Monday 7th March at midnight AEST. Not valid with any other sales or discounts running simultaneously.

RIP Bowie.

XMAS POP UP SHOP

The last pop up shop was so successful we have decided to do it again for Christmas!

I'm joining forces with four creative Melbourne folk, photographer Natalie Jeffcott, Bombora handplanes, homewares Sweeney Lee and Ena Products that is launching a range of hand made body products.

I will be selling prints and original artworks at reduced prices. There will also be screen printed tea towels, t shirts and copies of The Fashionable Cocktail book available for sale. Perfect stocking fillers!

Natalie Jeffcott will be selling her photographic prints plus prints by other international artist's including Gary Taxali, Lab Partners, Nate Williams and more.

Bombora Handplanes make hand crafted body surfing handplanes. Hand carved from sustainably grown Australian Paulownia timber. Old school retro styling and perfect for body surfing the waves this summer. 

Sweeney Lee make hand painted serving paddles on Acacia wood, 80 x 19cm. All unique. There will also be potted succulents in retro pottery for sale.

Ena Products is a luxury range of all natural body care products made by hand, using plant based ingredients and genuine essential oils. All gorgeously packaged and designed by Melbourne design studio, Ortolan.

Come down and say hi, support local and handmade products and get your Xmas present shopping sorted!

Cash only please!

POP UP ART SHOP- SAT 5th SEPT

Hello fellow Melbournites! 

I'm joining forces with Melbourne photographer Natalie Jeffcott and Melbourne artist Gemma Jones for a one day only pop up shop this Saturday.

We will be selling prints, photographs and original artwork. Natalie will also be selling prints by artist's Gary Taxali, Lab Partners, Nate Williams and more.

My prints will be at reduced prices. Original artworks, stickers, and cushions will also be available.

If you're not a fan of online shopping or just want to see the goods before you buy then this is the perfect opportunity to come down for a look and say hi!

Saturday 5th September
631 Queensberry St
North Melbourne
10am -5pm

Cash only please!

20% OFF PRINTS BIRTHDAY SALE!

It's birthday month so I'm celebrating with a sale. 20% off store wide!

That means big savings especially on the big prints. Ends Sun 19th April at 9pm AEST. Use promo code BIRTHDAY at checkout. International shipping available. 

Here are some photos to show sizing of the larger prints. The A0 is a whopper. More large print designs will be coming to the shop soon!

Please be sure to subscribe to the blog to hear all updates and news on future sales.

See the full selection of prints at neryl.bigcartel.com

A0 Jungle Room print

A1 Flamingo print

A2 Josephine print