A lIttle bit About me
Hayley is an accomplished acrylic painter with a decade of experience, whose artistic journey began in South Africa with a background in graphic design. This foundation has profoundly influenced her approach to colour theory and composition, now reflected in her vibrant and dynamic creations.
Her prolific portfolio and online presence have led to numerous accolades, including winning The City of Swan Award, Ellenbrook Art Awards 2024, a National Small Works Art Prize in 2023 with Petite Collection and being a finalist in esteemed exhibitions like “Bluethumb Art Prize 2021”, "Petite Pieces" and "Foot Square" at Aspire Gallery. These achievements are a testament to her dedication and evolving craft. Her art has been showcased both locally and internationally, finding appreciation among private and corporate collectors.
Based in the Swan Valley of Western Australia, Hayley’s home studio serves as her creative sanctuary. She draws inspiration from the resilience and architectural beauty of native Australian plants, celebrating these elements through vibrant colours and the intricate play of light and form. Hayley believes that art has the power to connect people with the natural world, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of the environment.
In addition to her artistic practice, Hayley has contributed to the field through teaching at Albany Summer School and engaging in licensing agreements. Her passion for art extends to sharing her skills with others through workshops, aiming to inspire and spread the joy she experiences in her creative process.
Each of Hayley’s paintings is a heartfelt expression of nature’s beauty, crafted with the hope of bringing happiness and a renewed sense of wonder to those who encounter her work.
Perth, Western Australia
AWARDS & MERITS
WINNER, The City of Swan Award, Ellenbrook Art Awards 2024
WINNER, Small Works Art Prize, Petite Collection | 2023
Finalist, “Petite Pieces”, Aspire Gallery | 2023
Finalist, “Foot Square”, Aspire Gallery | 2022
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2022
Finalist, Bluethumb Art Prize | 2021
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2021
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2020
Shortlist, 10 Local Perth Artists you should know, Bluethumb | 2020
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2019
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2018
Shortlist, 10 of the best of Emerging Australiana Artists. Bluethumb | 2018
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2017
Finalist, Ellenbrook Art Awards | 2016
EXHIBITIONS
Perfectly Still: An exhibition | Group Show | 2024
Art @ Hale, Hale School | 2024
Affordable Art Fair Melbourne (Aspire Gallery) | 2024
Affordable Art Fair Sydney (Aspire Gallery) | 2024
Affordable Art Fair Brisbane (Aspire Gallery) | 2024
Perth College | 2024
Upmarket Art Fair | 2023
“Petite Pieces”, Aspire Gallery | 2023
“Foot Square”, Aspire Gallery | 2022
Swan Open Studios Event | 2021, 2022, 2024
Joondalup Community Art Award, Lakeside Joondalup | 2018 - 2021
Arc Agency AU Event, Bluethumb Art, Perth WA | 2019
Fine Art at Hale (Invitation), Hale School, Perth | 2019
Swan Open Studios Event | 2019
Perth Art Upmarket (Annual Art Fair) | 2018 - 2023
Perth College | 2018
Art @ Hale, Hale School | 2018
Darlington Art Awards, Darlington | 2018
“Pure Colour”, Houghton Winery (Combined Private Exhibition) | 2017
LICENSING
City of Swan Volunteer Week (Thank You Cards) | 2023
John Sands (Greeting Cards) | 2021 – 2024
Bullet Planner (Personalised Diary Covers) | 2021 - 2024
Joondalup Art Community Award (Promotional Campaign Material) | 2021
what others have said
“I purchased Hidden Riches from you at the Upmarket last weekend and just wanted you to know how pleased I am with it. It has pride of place in my entry and I enjoy seeing it whenever I return home. It is a truly beautiful piece…thank you.”
“Thank you so much. We are absolutely rapt she is here and home definitely worth the wait.
Thanks Hayley it’s absolutely beautiful you are very talented and it was a wonderful experience dealing with you.”
“Just received my ‘pear’ painting. It was so well packed so arrived safely. Thank you as I just love it. Not usually my sort of art but the colour is awesome. Very happy.”
“This Luscious is still displayed beautifully at my house and still just in love with it.”
“Received your two lovely prints today so thanks for sending. I’m just about to place another order (mostly your work)”
City of Swan Award
This is awarded to an artist who lives in the City of Swan, or an artwork that depicts an aspect of living in the City of Swan.
This artist has displayed a tremendous amount of development in her style in recent years, and that is to be commended.
The judges see a confident yet sensitive approach to the medium and subject matter, and they appreciate that it is a small artwork painted to scale, rather than an overblown, scaled-up version.
The winner is an Ellenbrook artist,
Hayley Kruger for My Darling Clementine.
Winner of the Petite Collection Small Works Art Prize 2023