Andrew Sullivan: Artist Statement & Bio

Andrew Sullivan is a renowned Sydney based artist, a past winner of the Sulman Prize.  Sullivan’s practice is known for being idiosyncratic, saturated with detail, accompanied by a wicked sense of humour.  He creates complex still lives and portraits, whether he has created them for his amusement or for the viewer.  They are narratives that rigorously weaves through memory, melancholy and history.  

While Sullivan's penchant for detail is evident, one must approach his works closely to fully appreciate their luminosity and meticulousness. Each piece possesses a unique personality, inviting viewers on a journey through time and prompting contemplation on deeper levels.

With a career spanning 30 years, Sullivan has exhibited extensively and his works adorn both institutional and private collections.  

Andrew Sullivan lives and works on Gadigal land, Sydney. He graduated from the National Arts School and has exhibited in numerous galleries around Australia and New Zealand since then. He has been a past winner of the Sulman Prize, a finalist in several prizes including the Archibald, Blake Art Prize, The Mosman Art Prize to name a few, he has had numerous solo exhibitions and group shows.  

With a career spanning 30 years, Sullivan has exhibited extensively and his works adorn both institutional and private collections nationally and internationally.