From Mosman Bay to Mother of Ducks, David Perks has a talent that captures the scenes around him with an eye for detail and a skill for recreating picture perfect scenes.
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His most recent success was at the Bendemeer Art Show with his realistic depiction of Ryanda St in its full autumn glory.
The work had previously won the section for a New England scene painting at the Guyra Show. Originally from Sydney, his artistic talent was nurtured by his uncle while growing up and it was a career he pursued despite the misgivings of his parents who urged him to get a "real job".
David made a career as a commercial artist, before pursuing his art full time with many successful one-man exhibitions.
He has won numerous art awards and his works hang in corporate and private collections in Australia and overseas. David and wife Bev have called Guyra home since 2011, and are enjoying the new opportunities of living at altitude.
The altitude brings with it new inspiration and "the wonderful New England light". Among the local scenes he has captured are the Mother of Ducks lagoon, Chandler?s peak and, of course, the autumn colours depicted in the Ryanda street painting.
A visit to their home reveals some special works which adorn the walls, amidst an eclectic d'cor that leaves little doubt this is the home of an artist. An impressive scene of Mosman Bay dominates the dining nook and everywhere is evidence of the couple's love of colour. Art on the walls, a splash of red on cupboards, blue on the doors, treasured mementoes on display and the view to the multi-coloured outdoor area.
Generosity is in David's nature and he has chosen to share his works to brighten the walls if local buildings. They can be found hanging at the Guyra MPS, the Medical Centre and at the Guyra Council. He continues to find inspiration in the world around him and by sharing his works he hopes to brighten and inspire others.
