Art Matters #43 - Cathryn Sofarnos
Intro Track: Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019


Todays studio guest was Abstract Artist Cathryn Sofarnos whose bold, large-scale abstract paintings layered with colour, line and texture — explore emotion, perception and the feeling of place.
We chatted process and artist statements, how Cathy comes upon her themes or concepts for bodies of work and the love of having space (mental) to create even if your studio is chaotic!

It was a great chat and I hope it left you inspired.

Cathy currently has a solo exhibition called Past Tense which is on at Smith + Gertrude  gallery space at 73 Smith Street Fitzroy - running from March 4th until March 15th.
Get along to see it if you can
You can check out Cathy's website cathrynsofarnos.com
and Instagram @cathrynsofarnos

she also has a work in the group exhibition Continuum at Burrinja Gallery opening this week as a part of the Open Studios program for 2026.

Cathy's studio in this years Open Studios program is Number 1 - up in Kalorama and she will only be open the first weekend 21st-22nd of March - so get in early. 

DANDENONG RANGES OPEN STUDIOS 2026
openstudios.org.au
March 21st-22nd and 28th-29th 
Plus make sure to visit the group exhibition at Burrinja gallery - Continuum 
Opens March 12th.

Burrinja Cultural Centre
351 Glenfern Rd 
Upwey, VIC 
burrinja.org.au

Todays Tracks:
Short Skirt/Long Jacket, CAKE
Mama Roux, Dr John
Intro, The xx

A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all the Art Matters Subscribers:
Little Acres - Ange
Kelly K Sullivan – Collage Artist
Sing Song Ceramics - Selby
Elizabeth Gleeson – Muralist and fine artist
Shirley Dougan – Artist
Natasja - Textile artist
Rajko Grbac (sculptor)
The Forge Institute – Community Group
The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY
Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass & Pottsy from Belgrave 

Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events.
artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com   or   @artmatters_97.1fm

Art Matters #43 - Cathryn Sofarnos Intro Track:&nbsp;Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019 
Todays studio guest was Abstract Artist Cathryn Sofarnos whose bold, large-scale abstract paintings layered with colour, line and texture &mdash; explore emotion, perception and the feeling of place. We chatted process and artist statements, how Cathy comes upon her themes or concepts for bodies of work and the love of having space (mental) to create even if your studio is chaotic!
It was a great chat and I hope it left you inspired. Cathy currently has a solo exhibition called Past Tense which is on at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/smithandgertrudefitzroy/">Smith + Gertrude </a>&nbsp;gallery space at 73 Smith Street Fitzroy - running from March 4th until March 15th. Get along to see it if you can You can check out Cathy's website <a href="https://www.cathrynsofarnos.com/">cathrynsofarnos.com</a> and Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cathrynsofarnos/">@cathrynsofarnos</a>
she also has a work in the group exhibition Continuum at Burrinja Gallery opening this week as a part of the Open Studios program for 2026.
Cathy's studio in this years Open Studios program is Number 1 - up in Kalorama and she will only be open the first weekend 21st-22nd of March - so get in early.&nbsp;
DANDENONG RANGES OPEN STUDIOS 2026 <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/art-matters-3mdr/openstudios.org.au">openstudios.org.au</a> March 21st-22nd and 28th-29th&nbsp; Plus make sure to visit the group exhibition at Burrinja gallery -&nbsp;Continuum&nbsp; Opens March 12th. Burrinja Cultural Centre 351 Glenfern Rd&nbsp; Upwey, VIC <a href="https://www.burrinja.org.au">burrinja.org.au</a>
Todays Tracks: Short Skirt/Long Jacket, CAKE Mama Roux, Dr John Intro, The xx
A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all the Art Matters Subscribers: Little Acres - Ange Kelly K Sullivan &ndash; Collage Artist Sing Song Ceramics - Selby Elizabeth Gleeson &ndash; Muralist and fine artist Shirley Dougan &ndash; Artist Natasja - Textile artist Rajko Grbac (sculptor) The Forge Institute &ndash; Community Group The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass &amp; Pottsy from Belgrave&nbsp; Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events. <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;or&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/artmatters_97.1fm/">@artmatters_97.1fm</a>

Welcome to Art Matters, the dedicated 3MDR radio Art show that brings the world of local art to the airwaves! Whether you're an art maker an art lover, or just looking for some inspiration, we’ve got you covered.

Join us, as we dive into the local art scene with engaging artist interviews, gallery spotlights, and insightful reviews - real conversations about creativity, passion, and the people making art happen in your community.
We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend.

Expect lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an inside look at what’s new, now, and next in local art.

It’ll be educational, it’ll be entertaining, and it’ll be all about celebrating the talent that surrounds us.

Tune in, get inspired, and be part of the creative conversation on Art Matters!

Let us know about your Art practice at artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com or @artmatters_97.1fm

Welcome to&nbsp;Art Matters,&nbsp;the dedicated 3MDR radio Art show that brings the world of local art to the airwaves! Whether you're an art maker an art lover, or just looking for some inspiration, we&rsquo;ve got you covered. Join us, as we dive into the local art scene with engaging artist interviews, gallery spotlights, and insightful reviews&nbsp;- real conversations about creativity, passion, and the people making art happen in your community. We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend. Expect&nbsp;lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an inside look at what&rsquo;s new, now, and next in local art. It&rsquo;ll be educational, it&rsquo;ll be entertaining, and it&rsquo;ll be all about celebrating the talent that surrounds us. Tune in, get inspired, and&nbsp;be part of the creative conversation on Art Matters!
Let us know about your Art practice at <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a> or @artmatters_97.1fm