Choosing the solitude of mountains and remote landscapes over crowded tourist spots, Emmet O’Dwyer’s artistic journey is inextricably linked with his love of solo-cycling, long-distance travel.
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While travelling, he keeps a detailed pictorial record in the form of sketches and photos which he later uses as the basis for his linocuts.
Initially trained in lithography (etched stone printing), Emmet’s transition to linocut has enabled him to work with colour.
The process is meticulous and time-consuming, involving the manufacture of individual blocks or templates for each specific colour.
Multiple print runs are required to build up a picture with the required colours, depth and perspective.
The resulting prints reflect not only his artistic vision, but also his adventurous spirit and dedication to capturing the landscapes he has traversed.
Travelling widely through Central Asia, China, Europe and New Zealand, Emmet’s prints capture the essence of these remote vistas.
Born and raised in Shepparton, Emmet has also produced works celebrating the local area, such as the canola fields of Dookie, Aquamoves at dawn and the High Country.
The prints are all limited editions, with each print run being limited to 10 or less.
Emmet's journey is one of continuous discovery, always seeking that hidden valley just out of reach, around the next bend, or over the next pass.
His work offers a glimpse into the serene and untouched beauty of the natural world.
