The Test of Time

Gallerist Paul Greenaway and artist Deborah Paauwe tell us the single most important thing about their relationship that has given it longevity.

P A U L   G R E E N A W A Y

“Her ability to engage…” 

I first met Deborah Paauwe in her last year at Art School in 1993, and soon after that she had her first exhibition with me. From that first exhibition I purchased a work featured on Deborah’s invitation card that still hangs in my office. Our friendship was cemented when I attended her wedding to fellow photographer Mark Kimber and since then she has had regular exhibitions with the gallery and we have presented her work in several Art Fairs including a great trip to ARCO, Madrid. Deborah is a joy to work with, always organised and her work continues to engage our audience and me. We always seem to be on the same page.

Featured Image: Paul Greenaway and Deborah Paauwe, 2023. Courtesy: GAGPROJECTS, Adelaide.

D E B O R A H   P A A U W E 

“His passion…” 

I first met Paul when I was a teenager and a final year student at art school. I walked into his gallery one day for a visit and a few months later he offered me my first solo show. I have now been represented by GAGPROJECTS for 30 years. Not only have I had several exhibitions in Paul’s gallery, but Paul has also supported me in taking my work to various art fairs including Art Stage Singapore; Sydney Contemporary and the Melbourne Art Fair. I admire Paul’s passion for not only the artists he shows but also many other artists locally, nationally, and internationally. Artist’s relationships with their galleries work best when both parties communicate regularly, and they can still have a laugh. A relationship that has lasted this long should be highly valued.

Featured Image: Paul Greenaway and Deborah Paauwe, 1999. Courtesy: GAGPROJECTS, Adelaide.

This article was originally published in Art Collector issue 106, October – December 2023. 

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