Why I Freeze Up at the Thought of Wool: Living with Sensory Processing Sensitivity
I have never really spoken about this before—not in a blog, not in interviews, and certainly not in my art descriptions. But today feels like the right time, given I’m gradually leaning into the more weird and conceptual focuses in creation. It’s something I live with daily, and oddly enough, it’s played a somewhat great role in shaping how I create. I live with something called Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS)—a condition where certain textures, sounds, and even thoughts trigger very real physical and mental reactions. In my case, it’s mostly tactile and texture-based. I also have Misophonia, which I’ve written about separately, but this goes beyond just sounds. It’s hard…
How Death Inspired My Art
In 2012, my world shifted in a way I could never have anticipated. My grandad passed away, and his death left an emptiness that words couldn’t express. It was a moment of profound shock given my lack of family connections or support. It was one of those life-altering events that make you see everything differently. At the time, I was deeply invested in music, composing original pieces that felt like extensions of my soul. But when he died, my passion for music died with him. The melodies that once filled my life felt meaningless, and for the first time, I found myself lost, searching for something to hold onto. That…
The Role of Music in My Art
Art, for me, has always been an emotional journey—an exploration of thoughts, feelings, and the chaotic beauty of existence. Music is not just a backdrop to my process; it’s an integral part of how I create. It shapes my mood, guides my brush, and fuels the raw emotion embedded in every piece I produce. As I dive into each artwork, music becomes my collaborator, influencing the energy, depth, and emotional texture of my creations. When I step into my studio, I’m stepping into a space where music and art collide. The moment I hit play, whether it’s the haunting strings of Verdi or the aggressive riffs of Korn, I’m transported…
Colour Psychology in Art: How I Use Colours to Evoke Emotion
As an artist, I see colour as one of the most powerful tools for expression and connection. Each hue carries an emotional weight, influencing how we perceive art and the feelings it evokes. My work explores the psychology of colour, using it to express movement, emotion, and energy in a way that speaks to the soul. Whether you’re an artist, an art collector, or simply an admirer of creativity, understanding the psychology behind colours can deepen your connection to a piece and further deepen your connection to self. How Colours Speak in Art Understanding color theory in fine art is essential for creating emotional impact and meaningful compositions. Colours are…
Spring Sensation – Noosa Solo Art Show
Ashvin is having his first Australian Solo Art show in Noosa October 5th. All of his current collection of art including his very popular Garden Flower Ballerina and Horizon Harmony Lion will be on show, with many more amazing pieces currently being created. There will also be signed limited edition prints available and as pre order with the lovely staff. Ashvin will the be doing a live painting event starting at 3pm for his fans and special guests. Admission to this event is free. Ashvin’s live painting events in 2023 were filled with large crowds but lets make 2024 the biggest crowd yet with fun music vibes and paint splashes!…
Ashvin Harrison Outsells Leonardo Da Vinci Prints to Become The Most Successful Contemporary Artist
Ashvin Harrison – The Art of Motusrealism Posterlounge GmbH is proud to present the extraordinary artwork of Australian artist Ashvin Harrison as its exclusive art publisher in Europe. https://www.posterlounge.com/artists/ashvin-harrison/ Harrison’s unique style, paired with his meticulous attention to detail, has led to rapid worldwide popularity since his emergence as an artist in 2016. As the largest print-on-demand provider from Germany, Posterlounge has been offering B2C and B2B customers Ashvin Harrison’s artworks exclusively in Europe in many different variants and materials, as well as customised framing as art prints, since the beginning of 2018. Within a very short time, Ashvin Harrison has established himself as the most successful contemporary artist on Posterlounge…
European Tour- Posterlounge 20 Year Celebrations
August 30-October 12Painting Live in Germany and Tour in Europe I was lucky enough to be invited to Posterlounge’s (Europe’s largest art print on demand company) 20 year celebrations where I painted live to a large audience of original art and print collector fans of mine. I attended the incredible gala celebration night and met up with art fans and friends in the biz throughout Europe. First stop was Leipzig Germany where I met up with Mandy the co-founder of Posterlounge and her team. They took me on a private tour of the huge new facility and factory where all the prints are produced for their European collectors. Several of…
USA tour and The Hamptons Fine Art Fair
July 2 – 23Exploring New York City and Philadelphia I attended my very first major art show tour in the USA with representing gallery Morton Contemporary. I landed in New York City, my very first time in this magnetic city. After a day of rest, I was shown around the huge city by art advisor Kim from KHS galleries. After exploring the iconic landmarks, secret lanes and streets, cute little cafes and restaurants and enjoying the movie-like atmosphere, I was off to Morton Contemporary in Philadelphia. A few days to paint, plan and prepare here then the gallery and I were off to the VIP In Style Philadelphia Magazine Event…
Live Painting at Melbourne Official Opening For Nissarana Galleries
The first major live art show event for the year was held in Melbourne, Australia. Ashvin signed with Nissarana Gallery in Noosa in March 2023. Now the gallery has opened their second gallery space in Richmond Melbourne in June. This is an exciting first ever live painting event for Ashvin. He flew down from Brisbane and gave an intimate live painting show for his fans and important art collectors. The event was a huge success with 200 + guests enjoying the show. This event was the perfect start in setting him up for the rest of the year with some very exciting live painting events to be held in the…
Misophonia – My Art Of Silence
What Is Misophonia? Misophonia is a disorder that triggers a strong emotional reaction to particular sounds. Misophonia actually means “hatred of sound”. From the age of 12, I remember developing strong emotional reactions to particular sounds. The trigger for me was hearing my father eat chicken. I remember watching and hearing him eat fried chicken, which resulted in a personal strong internal rage. Over the years, these sound triggers have developed to many forms of actions and sounds. Misophonia has quite the modest research on the condition, though here I seek to express how it feels for me and impacts my art. Living With Misophonia Before I get into this,…
