Tanya Blong’s figurative work speaks to a moment in time, A multitude of characters and scenes, all unrooted in time and a specific place, yet all occupying an ethereal dream-state, they are watched, yet watching.

Suspended in acts of leisure, idols of free time. There is a subtle commentary on just the act of being, opposed to the act of doing.

The luxury of time being a commodity of this modern life, Blong looks to nature as a balm, a juxtaposition to a commercially based world. Her work looks at leisure and questions access, inclusion and privilege.

Blong studied at Hungry Creek Art and Craft School majoring in painting and sculpture

Widely exhibited in New Zealand and Australia she has work held in the Arts House Trust collection.