Tam Bower’s children are her biggest inspiration – in fact her days at home with them have inspired the drawings behind her solo exhibition which opens at the St Albans Community Centre later this week.
‘At the end of the day’ is a series of drawings about Bower’s days with her children, encompassing all aspects of family life and their childhood.
The Sunshine artist said she enjoyed exploring the dynamic feelings of caregiving and parenthood, describing them as the best and most challenging aspects of her life.
“The kids try to figure out where they are in the drawings,” she said.
Bower often spends time in the studio with her children conceding that “they always have the best ideas”.
“I always try to get them in the studio to inspire me,” she said.
“They are so much better at making decisions.”
Bower moved from South Australia to Melbourne 10 years ago and worked in early childhood until she had her own children.
It was then she realised that she wanted to follow her passion for creating art.
“Since I had the kids, I really wanted to be a role model and follow my passion,” she said.
Over the years, Bower has taken part in a number of group exhibitions across Melbourne, but ‘At the end of the day’ will be her first solo exhibition, something she can’t quite believe.
“The news hasn’t really set in yet,” she said.
‘At the end of the day’ opens on Friday, February 24 and is on display until Wednesday, April 12.
Details: creativebrimbank.com.au/at-the-end-of-the-day-exhibition-by-tam-bower
