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Bio 1

Ro Geddes

Is a Sydney based charcoal artist who also accepts commissions.

Left his Engineering career to pursue his passion for fine art.

Has squashed a tomato on a stranger's face at La Tomatina.

Was absorbed by the creative pursuits of drawing, painting, and woodwork from an early age.

Didn't wear shoes to school until year 5.

Is a keen observer of human nature, taking great inspiration from the gestures of people as they interact with their environment.

Has saved a girl from drowning in the Ionian Sea.

Swam with sharks in Belize.

Is attracted to the ocean and the properties of liquids, attempting to capture their dynamism, reflection and transparency in his work.

Has a tattoo of a scene from Ernest Hemmingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea'.

Was shortlisted for Art Express in 2005.

Has cooked marshmallows over a volcano in Guatemala.

Prefers the charcoal medium for its ability to carry tone and texture, and its versatility to be manipulated to convey varied emotion.

Held a solo exhibition in 2016 - 'Drawn to Water' at m2 gallery.

Was selected for 'The Other Art Fair' Sydney group exhibitions in 2017 & 2018.

Has spent a night in lock-up in New Orleans.

Is doing what he loves.