it’s about time

Sallie Portnoy: Sculpture exhibition

SOHO galleries Woollahra. April 26 – May 17, 2025.

Opening Event Saturday 26

April 26,  3:00 pm  –  EVENT RSVP LINK

Time shapes much of our existence—time to go, time to stop, keeping time, saving time, wasting time, and filling the moments between our first and last breaths.  We search and sift through the sands of life, seeking meaning and purpose. My work explores a range of themes, including the relationship between nature and human-made environments, the resilience and fragility of materials, and the intersection of traditional craft techniques with contemporary artistic expression. The pieces often engage in a dialogue with the natural world, incorporating organic forms, textures, and colours that reflect my surroundings. I also examine the cultural narratives embedded in materials, using art to challenge perceptions and provoke discussions on sustainability and the role of art in society.

“Time is a moving image of eternity” plato

Life Boats

Platters

Seed pods

Characters

Liminal

Scenarios

Sea Blooms

Opening Event Saturday 26 April

 3:00 pm – SOHO galleries Woollahra

EVENT RSVP LINK

Inspiration often is an enigma to me, revealing itself through the materials I work with—especially glass, a most magical medium that embodies both strength and fragility. Its ever-changing interplay with light creates a sense of alchemy, shaping forms that seem to emerge from the depths of my subconscious. My work explores human nature, the human form, psychology, mysticism, ritual, and the mysteries of existence…with often a touch of humour.