North Bondi Crew

Size: W 61cm x H 91cm

This composition emphasizes connection and presence—these lifesavers are engaged in conversation, their body language suggesting the easy rapport that comes from shared responsibility and countless hours working side by side. Other beachgoers appear in the distance, reminding us of the lives these guardians watch over.

The work’s placement in the “This Is Not A Selfie” exhibition is particularly resonant. Rather than facing the viewer or documenting themselves, these subjects are caught in an unguarded moment, absorbed in their own world.

The painting celebrates the quiet dignity of public service and the human connections forged through work, offering a perspective that privileges authentic presence over performative self-presentation. It’s a tribute to those who dedicate themselves to keeping others safe, often unnoticed, against the backdrop of one of Sydney’s most iconic beaches.

Size: W 61cm x H 91cm