Forever: Proteas & Banksia Leaves in Flannel Flower Vase’ with Denise McDonald Flannel Flower Ceramics. 96 x 80cm, acrylic on linen, framed in Tasmanian oak.

CANVAS & CLAY - 2023

SOLD ‘Homage to Clarice Cliff: Nasturtium Sugar Bowl & Orange’ 28 x 28cm, acrylic on canvas, framed in Tasmanian oak.

MINI SERIES ART PRIZE - 2023

SOLD ‘Willow Whimsy - Citrus & Agapanthus’ 96 x 80cm, acrylic on canvas, framed in natural oak.

BLOSSOMS & ORANGES - 2023

CANVAS AND CLAY is a fusion of floral artistry which celebrates the captivating world of Australian flora through Julie Lynch’s exquisite still life paintings and Denise McDonald’s enchanting ceramics. This exhibition highlights the fascinating interplay between 2D and 3D, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the vibrant colours and textures of our native flora, where brushstrokes meet clay, and art springs to life. Join us in discovering the beauty of these botanical treasures.

JOINT EXHIBITION - Southern Highlands Artisans Collective, Bowral - NSW: 6 Oct - 5 Nov, 2023


MINI SERIES ART PRIZE This is the third bi-annual Mini Series Art Prize founded by Gallery Director Madeline Young in 2019. Artists were invited to submit 3 artworks as a small body of work to be judged by a panel of experts. The winner of our Mini Series Art Prize receives a solo exhibition with us here at The Corner Store Gallery in 2024. We also award two Highly Commended awards and artists become part of our stable. This competition is open to emerging and professional artists from Australia who have not had a solo exhibition with Corner Store Gallery before. The exhibition includes the most exciting and original artworks submitted for selection from artists and designers from all over Australia.

Finalists: Amy Raymond, Brooke Whelan, Cecilia Gunnarsson, Chris de Hoog, Clare Walker, Deb Michell-Smith, Diana Ellinger, Emma Small, Erin Pearce, Evie Adasal, Felicite Briggs, Hilary Rookyard, Holly Eva, Jacqueline McCoy, James Gordon, Jane Chacana, Jessica Olpp, Jo Langley, Jodi Thompson, Julie Lynch, Karlie Simring, Kathryn Junor, Katrina Holden, Kym Barrett, Lea Durie, Lise Hobcraft, Luanne Mitchelmore, Lynda McKay, Meg Frances, Megan Campbell, Natalie Martin, Nell Symonds, Nicola Knackstredt, Rachel Shaw, Sharon Cameron, Simon Palmer, Sofie Neuendorf, Stu Doherty, Tina Hunter, Vicki Ratcliff.

Judges: Madeline Young (Gallery Director), Larissa Blake (Artist), Anne Masters (Director Gallery of Small Things in Canberra).

JOINT EXHIBITION - The Corner Store Gallery, Orange - NSW: 25 Oct - 5 Nov, 2023


Blossoms & Oranges is the result of 6 painstaking months of studio work, which has been such a pleasure. These vibrant and joyful still life paintings depict citrus and garden flowers along with many of my personal ceramics collection, including - Clarice Cliff, Bendigo Pottery, John Campbell, Bordallo Pinheiro and Willow.

SOLO EXHIBITION - Gloucester Art Gallery, Gloucester NSW - May 25 - June 18, 2023

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‘Boat Harbour 2’ 43 x 43cm, acrylic on canvas, framed in natural oak, available here

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! - 2023

Location, Location, Location! is part of a GROUP EXHIBITION with Mosman Art Society, Sydney @ the Mosman Rowers Club - June 5 - June 15, 2023


‘Gum Blossoms, Lemons & Sugar Bowl’ 96 x 80cm, acrylic on canvas, framed in natural oak.

THE EVERY DAY - 2023

The Every Day is part of a GROUP EXHIBITION with Corner Store Gallery, Orange - July 19 - July 29, 2023.

To make an enquiry about ‘Gum Blossoms, Lemons & Sugar Bowl’ or to attend opening night, please email Madeline Young here


IN 2023, JULIE HAS PARTICIPATED IN THE AFFORDABLE ART FAIR, SYDNEY; THE NEXT BIG THING, TOOWOOMBA; ThE AGENCY STILL LIFE ART PRIZE, BOWRAL ART SOCIETY.