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Leon PAPPAS
Benalla-Baddaginnie Road, Is it a good idea to climb the ladder?
oil on canvas
Gallery Shop
1—31 July 2024
Experience the charm of north east Victoria through the masterful brushstrokes of local artist Leon Pappas. Inspired by the landscapes of Benalla and his hometown Baddaginnie, Pappas showcases a collection of timeless oil paintings, each capturing the artist’s deep connection with the Australian landscape.
Originally from Greece, Pappas immigrated to Australia in 1959, developing his passion for art through formal studies at Prahran College of Technology and Monash University. Under the guidance of renowned mentors Max Middleton, Ernest Vogel, and Dawson McDonald, he honed his skills, eventually debuting at Kew Gallery in 1968.
Pappas has exhibited at venues such as the World Art Gallery, St Kilda, and Windeyer Gallery, Toorak, before settling in Baddaginnie. He now contributes to the local artistic community through his involvement with the Benalla Broken River Painters and the U3A, where he generously shares his expertise.
All works in the Gallery Shop are available for purchase from Benalla Art Gallery, or by contacting the Gallery on: T 03 5760 2619 or gallery@benalla.vic.gov.au