Peter Hickey
FINDING the perfect place to get inspired to create masterpieces is no mean feat. So, when illustrious Australian artist Peter Hickey stumbled across his now studio in Alexandria, he snapped up the space without a second thought. This industrial creative space was the perfect find for Peter to paint, sculpt, etch and produce all other types of art – his life’s work. In a low- rise building, opposite McEvoy St, there is an abundance of natural light.
Is your studio your favourite space?
Yes! My studio is my sanctuary. I am very happy here. I work here seven days a week, and it is the perfect place to paint. I’m completely undisturbed, as no-one knows I’m here! I’d say only about six people have ever been inside my studio. It really is my haven.
Why is it your favourite space?
My studio is full of all my favourite things; my painting, knick-knacks from my travels, photos. I have my archives from when I lived in Italy, New York, London, Paris, Japan. All these are special memories and represent these special places and times in my life.
How does your studio represent who you are?
It really inspires memories, places I’ve been, things I’ve collected – it’s is just full of ME!
What do you like most about your studio?
The light! The studio is flooded with natural light. Also, very rarely do I have to turn on the air conditioning. The studio is very spacious – the perfect size. I’ve had studios all around the world, and this one equals the waterfront studio I had in Seaforth. It was magical.
If you could invite anyone into your studio, who would it be and why?
My wife Lesley – my critic and my muse! She’s only allowed in at certain times, when I’m just about finished a piece and I like to get her opinion (and she’s usually right!).
If I could invite an artist I’d love to have Sydney Long or Norman Lindsay as I think they’d be able to relate to the art I create. Technically, we are very similar.
What would you change about your studio?
NOTHING! It is perfect. I’d like to be here for at least another 10 years.
What advice would you give on how to create the perfect space?
Trust to yourself and do what YOU want, not what you think others might want. Make your space your sanctuary.
To find out more visit: http://www.peterhickey.net/
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SELLING homes is not just a career; it is an art form – one that is carefully honed over years of life experience and knowledge. And, I can proudly say, that I still absolutely love what I do – day in, day out.