WELCOME
Maggie Cross is an Australian Artist who lives on the east coast of N.S.W. at the beautiful beachside town of Ballina.
After 5 years of study she gained her Painting Diploma at East Sydney Technical College and went on to become a Visual Arts teacher in 1978. She has taught in Secondary schools for 27 years and has also run workshops for Adult Community College and various art groups. She is available for group or individual tutoring.
Her works on canvas, in both oils and acrylics vary in size and subject matter. She uses varying styles to portray the Australian landscape and seascapes. Other subject matters include still lifes, flowers, Australian animals and portraits.
Works on paper include pen and ink/ coloured wash and watercolour. Many sketches are a result of overseas travel.
Other works include tromp l’oeil and painting on trays.
Her various styles come from her continual researching and experimentation with different mediums and techniques.
Maggie has done a number of commissions and her work is represented in Australia and overseas.
Additionally, Maggie has produced a range of cards suitable for any occasion featuring Australian flora and fauna. She has also compiled a series of cards perfect for Christmas.