Kayell Australia continues it's series of artist talks under the banner of "The Creatives Studio" this will be the last of the series for 2026 and it will be staring the amazing Alexia Sinclair.
Alexia is known for her intensely colourful photographs of historical and allegorical figures. Her elaborate compositions echo history painting, depicting moments within a narrative. The abundant detail and symbolism in her work weave complex tales, blending contemporary fashion with the aesthetics of the Golden Age of painting.
From an early age, Sinclair was immersed in the fantasy world of theatre, performing as a ballerina until her late teens. This experience profoundly influences her approach to art-making, where she designs and stages evocative scenes, capturing role-playing models in a single, still moment. Her creative process involves hand-producing elaborate costumes, sets, and props to create detailed, large-scale photographs.
Born in Newcastle, Australia (1976), Sinclair studied Fine Arts at The National Art School in Sydney, majoring in traditional photography. Her studies in painting, drawing, sculpture, and art history have shaped her practice. After completing a Master of Fine Arts at the University of Newcastle (2007), she gained acclaim for The Regal Twelve, a three-year project honouring twelve powerful historical women.
Her works have been exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery in London, the Australian Centre for Photography, the AGNSW, and internationally in Paris, Pingyao, Seoul, and Dubai. Her commercial clients include the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Christie's, Queensland Ballet, New Zealand Opera, Qantas Airlines, Harper's Bazaar.
