About

Cindy Tong is a ceramic artist creating on GunaiKurnai Land in the Gippsland region of Victoria. Drawing inspiration from the intricate patterns of nature, her diverse body of work explores the delicate details and hidden depths found in natural forms, ranging from foliage to geological structures. This fascination with nature’s nuances is evident as Cindy seamlessly transitions between abstract compositions and her interpretive renderings of Australian flora.

In addition to her gallery collections, Cindy also crafts small batch functional ware. These pieces, designed for everyday use, reflect her attention to detail and deep appreciation for nature. Whether it’s a handcrafted mug for morning coffee or a delicately glazed bowl for a shared meal, each item bears Cindy’s artistic touch and reflects her love for the craft.

Each of Cindy’s pieces is a result of meticulous consideration, often paired with carefully chosen complementary glazes, though sometimes left unglazed to emphasize the raw beauty of the clay itself. She continually experiments with a variety of coloured slips and their application techniques, aiming to replicate the organic imperfections and textures abundant in the natural world.

Cindy’s work has been featured in numerous group exhibitions, showcasing her artistry and unique perspective. Her pieces are available for purchase through select art galleries and collectives throughout Gippsland, where they find homes with collectors who appreciate the harmonious fusion of art and nature evident in her creations.

Exhibitions

2025 Capsules, Michael Reid Murrurundi (Murrurundi, NSW)
2024 Foliole, Michael Reid Murrurundi (Murrurundi, NSW)

Group Exhibitions

2024 Discover, Nakunbalook (Sale, VIC)
2024 East Gippsland Art Gallery WRAP Small Artwork Exhibition (Bairnsdale, VIC)
2024 Firkin Small Vessels, Swann Reach Hall (Swann Reach, VIC)
2024 Swell Smalls Art, Broadbeach Community Centre (Mermaid Waters, QLD)
2024 Fired Up, Meeniyan Art Gallery (Meeniyan, VIC)
2023 East Gippsland Art Gallery WRAP Small Artwork Exhibition (Bairnsdale, VIC)
2023 Firkin Small Vessels, Swann Reach Hall (Swann Reach, VIC)
2023 Ammil, Foundry Hallway Gallery (Bairnsdale, VIC)
2023 Feels Like Home, Jackie Jones Gallery (Heyfield, VIC)
2023 Through Fire & Flame, Segue Community Gallery (Stratford, VIC)
2022 East Gippsland Art Gallery WRAP Small Artwork Exhibition (Bairnsdale, VIC)

Awards

2023 Second Place: Red Bluff I, II & III, Firkin Small Vessel Prize (Swann Reach, VIC)
2022 Winner Sculpture Prize: Natives – Eucalyptus, EGAG WRAP Small Artwork Prize (Bairnsdale, VIC)

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