In today’s episode, W. Scott Olsen talks to Kay Gibbons Buckwell, an Australian fine-art photographer based in Geelong, Victoria, known for her distinctive and mindful approach to capturing beauty in everyday details.
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Kay Gibbons Buckwell is an Australian fine-art photographer based in Geelong, Victoria. Growing up around Avalon Beach and Lara, she developed a deep appreciation for the natural world, which profoundly influences her work. In her youth, Kay pursued photography, singing, and painting, leading to a 30-year career as a professional singer-songwriter. During this time, she also completed courses in photography, professional writing and editing, and interior design.
Kay’s artistic journey is enriched by her passion for color psychology and metaphysics, as well as her extensive practice in healing modalities and meditation. These diverse interests converge in her photography, where she combines an artistic eye with mindfulness to capture the beauty in everyday details. Her work encourages viewers to find gratitude in the ordinary and to appreciate the rhythm of life in the everyday.
Throughout her career, Kay has received notable accolades, including placing sixth in the ‘People’ category of the 2024 Australian Photography Awards for her project “The Art of Play.” Her series “Under the Streetlamps” was also recognized in the ‘Travel’ category in 2023. Her work has been featured in publications such as Australian Photography Magazine and FRAMES Magazine.
KAY GIBBONS BUCKWELL
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Nazmul Bashar
February 16, 2025 at 10:47
Kay is an exceptional photographer, known for her masterful use of subtle colours and tones in her compositions. Her Jazz Moment in Brussels stands out with its striking vibrancy.
Kay Gibbons Buckwell
February 28, 2025 at 03:20
Thank you so much Nazmul. You are always supportive and observant. I appreciate you.
Cynthia Gladis
February 28, 2025 at 03:37
I love your work, Kay, and thoroughly enjoyed your conversation with Scott. It was refreshing to me to listen to someone who seems to get as much joy and fulfillment out of photography as I do. Aren’t we fortunate? Can’t wait to see what you do next.