Dean Home
“Quietness is part of the paintings. Some quiet place of repose to move into to look at the dynamic objects at work in the painting.”
Dean Home is undoubtedly one of Australia’s most accomplished still life painters with a string of notable national and international exhibitions behind him.
With a career spanning over four decades, his work often reflects a deep connection to the Australian countryside, blending delicate brushwork with a harmonious palette to evoke a sense of tranquility and poetic reflection. Home’s paintings reveal an acute sensitivity to light, atmosphere, and the subtle rhythms of nature, inviting viewers into contemplative spaces that balance realism with a lyrical, almost meditative quality.
Throughout his career, Dean Home has exhibited extensively across Australia, earning recognition in both solo and group exhibitions at prestigious galleries. His work is held in major public, corporate, and private collections, including the National Portrait Gallery and Artbank. He has also been a frequent finalist in notable art prizes, demonstrating consistent artistic excellence. With a distinctive style that bridges traditional and contemporary approaches, Home continues to inspire audiences through his thoughtful exploration of place, memory, and the intimate details of everyday life.
Home is represented in state, regional and private collections in Australia and abroad.
