Roger Swainston Australia
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Swainston’s work carries a uniquely contemporary importance beyond the stylistic tradition. The act of creation for the artist is, in many respects, performative—his paintings are not merely records of marine species but also reflections on the fragility of marine ecosystems.
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Biography
Lives and works in PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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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Works
Roger Swainston
European Lobster Homarus gammarus, Ile de Noirmoutier, France, 2023Acrylic on Paper, framed36 x 57.5cm, paper sizeCopyright The ArtistSoldExhibitionsNews
