Lives and works in Perth, WA
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Roger Swainston
Perth artist Roger Swainston is one of the world’s foremost marine life artists. Celebrated for his vibrant and scientifically precise depictions of underwater ecosystems. With a career spanning over four decades, Swainston has collaborated with prestigious organisations such as the Smithsonian, United Nations FAO, CSIRO, and the French Ministry of Environment. His work has been featured in globally recognised scientific guides, and he co-founded the ANIMA Image Bank. His participation in scientific expeditions to remote locations like Clipperton Island, Mozambique, and Madagascar, have allowed him to document unique marine and terrestrial biodiversity.
Swainston’s contributions have been celebrated with major exhibitions, including the Natural History Museum of Nantes. His artwork has also been commissioned by Australia Post for national stamps.
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ABC RADIO NATIONAL: Roger Swainston interviewed by Nick Bryant
22 March 2025
ABC Radio National's Nick Bryant interviewed Roger Swainston on Saturday 24 March about his quest to paint every species of rock lobster in the world—eight are on currently on show in our Project Space until Saturday 29 March. Click to listen to this fascinating interview.
\ Exhibitions featuring Roger Swainston
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Saturday, 11am - 4pm Summer Dates: The gallery will close on Friday 20 December and reopen on Monday 13 January, 2025 Closed Public Holidays (and Easter Saturday)