Louise speaks about her biography of Butjala artist Fiona Foley, a 'beautifully composed, intimate first-person account of the artistic practice of Badtjala artist, Fiona Foley. Each chapter meanders and unfolds, taking us on a vivid journey to place -K'gari or Fraser Island - combined with encounters and conversations with the artist, her family and affiliates. Carefully configured and tenderly composed, each chapter has its own rhythm and title extrapolating on how 'art' and 'life' intersect.’

Natalie King OAM

Shortlisted for the Magarey Medal for Biography, awarded for an outstanding biographical work.

Louise Martin-Chew has worked as a freelance writer, specialising in the visual arts and design, since 1992. She has contributed extensively to national art magazines, newspapers and catalogues and is the author of books on several Australian women artists, notably, Judy Watson, Linde Ivimey and Margot McKinney.