Biography
Alon Shepherd - Biography
Alon Shepherd, born in Israel, grew up in Karkur, in the center of Israel and was
inspired by nature art and music since early childhood. In 1996 he migrated to
Australia and is now residing in Byron Bay, NSW.
Alon sees himself as a translator of the inner most feelings and experiences of
what is called ‘The Heart’, through lines, colors and forms he expresses his
gratitude and understanding for life and connection to nature. Serving in the front
line and experiencing the 1973 ‘Yom Kippur’ war between Israel and Egypt has
made him take a vow to dedicate himself to help bring peace through his art and
writing. His project “Journey for Peace” is an ongoing life commitment.
Education:
1969-1972 The Swansea University, South Wales, England.
1972-1975 Ein Hod Art Academy, Israel.
1979-1985 Landscaping Architectures Caesarea, Israel.
Group Exhibitions:
1971 Swansea University art faculty, England 1973 Artist Village Ein Hod Art Academy, Israel.
1974 David Meital Gallery, Caesarea, Israel.
2006 International Conference, Ivory Rock, Brisbane.
Solo Exhibitions:
1974 ’October ’73 War’, Karkur, Israel
1992 Matnass gallery, Pardess Hanna, Israel.
2005 CushCush Studio, Billinudgel Australia.
2007 Luba’s Art Gallery, Brisbane Australia.
Other Work:
1978-1990 Designing and building gardens and parks in Israel.
UK 1987 –1991 Managing Director renovation of Gani Ramat Hanadiv Rothschild Memorial Park Zikron Yaakov .
1997 – 2005 Landscaping in Adelaide and in Byronshire.
2005 – 2007 Establishing CushCush Art Studio and Gallery at Billinudgel, N.S.W.
