• thynne-macartney-logo
  • Expertise
  • People
  • About Us
  • News & Insights
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
  • Dye & Durham Refund
  • Pay Invoice

The Social Artwork: Brushing up on our knowledge of art with Pete Martin

19 April 2021

“Art is all about the feels” – Pete Martin

As part of our Discovery Series, Thynne + Macartney’s early career lawyers hosted their peers across a range of industries for ‘The Social Artwork‘, an art appreciation evening with guest speaker Pete Martin on Thursday, 15 April 2021.

Thynne + Macartney’s Discovery Series aims to encourage young professionals to come together, network, and discover something new.

An artist, gallery owner, curator, art judge and lecturer, Pete explored the world of art and taught guests how to appreciate and invest in an artist or artwork.

A firm believer that mixing and playing with colours is positive for your health and wellbeing, Pete explained that “no matter your age or walk of life, the thought or act of mixing paints will take you back to your childhood and bring you joy and hope“.

When providing tips on buying artwork, whether as an investment or for sentimental reasons, he encouraged everyone to focus on how they feel about a piece of art, rather than putting too much weight on the price or getting lost in the name of the piece. “There’s a reason why you’re drawn to a certain piece of art when you enter a gallery,” said Pete, “If possible, always ask the artist for the story behind their artwork as that also adds value.”

When comparing the act of investing in a piece of art to investing in a quality couch, Pete pointed out that while a quality couch may last you 10-20 years, an investment piece of art will last you a lifetime.

Thank you, Pete, for kick-art-ing our knowledge of art so that our dreams of the perfect artwork will not just be a pigment of our imagination.

 

About Pete Martin

Pete is aPete-Martinn Artist, Gallery Owner, Curator, Art Judge and Lecturer.

He is best known for his aerial perspective paintings of landscapes using multi-layered colour and light. Recognised for his work locally and internationally, Pete’s artworks now hang in private and public collections around the world.

 


 

Gallery

News & Insights

Best Lawyers Australia recognises Michael Fisher, Matthew Hockaday and Alex Ramsey as Lawyers of the Year

Best Lawyers Australia recognises Michael Fisher, Matthew Hockaday and Alex Ramsey as Lawyers of the Year

Read More
Thynne + Macartney’s Planning + Environment team recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2025

Thynne + Macartney’s Planning + Environment team recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2025

Read More
Thynne + Macartney adds three partners and expands into Toowoomba

Thynne + Macartney adds three partners and expands into Toowoomba

Read More
Thynne + Macartney 2024/25 office closure dates

Thynne + Macartney 2024/25 office closure dates

Read More

About Thynne + Macartney

With a history of 128 years, Thynne + Macartney is a proudly independent, commercially focused, Queensland-based law firm with strong boutique practices in Agribusiness, Maritime & Transport, Property and Insurance.

Proud of our history, excited by our future.
We’re with you.

Contact Us

  • 07 3231 8888
  • 07 3229 0855
  • mail@thymac.com.au
      • linkedin-logo

 

Liability limited by a scheme approved
under professional standards legislation.

Brisbane Office
  • Level 32, Riverside Centre
    123 Eagle Street
    BRISBANE QLD 4000
Cairns Office
  • Level 1, Moresby Haus
    4 Scott Street
    CAIRNS QLD 4870

  • 07 3231 8888
  • 07 3229 0855
  • mail@thymac.com.au
      • linkedin-logo

 

Liability limited by a scheme approved
under professional standards legislation.

  • © Thynne + Macartney 2025
    • Disclaimer
    • Privacy Policy