Mutsuko
Bonnardeaux
Born in Tokyo, studied in London, worked for JAL in Paris and
Sabena in Brussels. After marrying, I followed my husband in
9 different countries, in Europe, Asia and Africa, never settling
more than 2 years in the same country.
We
eventually landed in Kununurra, a remote town, 4300 km North
of Perth, in Western Australia, with a population of 3,000.
I was only the Japanese and felt isolated. However the scenery,
the light, and the skies were amazing. The beauty of the bush
compensated for the lack of sophistication in the town. I
felt inspired by the environment and full of energy. Working
with Japanese papers and applying Japanese techniques to capture
my impressions in a way others could understand and appreciate,
made isolation comfortable.
We ended
staying a record 10 years in Kununurra, then moved to Geraldton
and eventually to Perth in 2003. Influenced by the city environment,
my work, is slowly changing. |
