Russell Sheridan

Born in Beverley in 1956, Russell Sheridan grew up in Bunbury and now lives on the site of an old Dardanup farmhouse with his wife, Linda Skrolys. He is a graduate of Claremont School of Art.

A larger-than-life character, Russell memorably mythologises the Australian larrikin. Using local anti-heroes like Moondyne Joe, John Boyle O’Reilly and Lasseter, he whimsically explores society’s outsiders and law breakers in mediums as varied as bronzes, chain-saw shaping, ceramics and mixed media. His work is innovative and provocative and warmed with humanity and humour.

Russell established himself as an icon in the southwest during the 1990s, where his public art shaped the culture and the visual character of Bunbury and the region. His work is in numerous prominent collections including the Art Gallery of WA.