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two-plate coloured etching and aquatint on paper

Mounted Dimensions: 45 x 35 cm

including the National Gallery of Australia

perhaps metaphoric of the transient beauty of youth

Steve Leadbeater 'Untitled' earth tones Unable to join inSteve 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