The work 'Beatrice and Dante in Purgatory' references Dali's interpretation of Dante's Divine Comedy but is painted in Phillips' contemporary expressionist style. The narrative depicts Dante's meeting with his idealised love Beatrice at the higher levels of Purgatory, where she attacks him for his sinful ways, but guides him towards spiritual growth.

Catherine Phillips

Catherine's submission into the 2024 2D Surrealist Art & Poetry Prize caught our attention for the current exhibition.

Catherine was the winner of our Poetry prize for 2024.

About the Artist: Catherine Phillips

Catherine Phillips is a Tasmanian-born artist and art teacher who has completed a Master of Fine Art and a Master of Teaching and bachelor's degree in philosophy and Contemporary Art, with Honours.