Introduction
Welcome to the art works of Jamahl Pollard, a site that is different from the rest. Friends have asked why I called the site 4th dimension Art. Well I feel that my work comes straght from the heart, a journey in to the inner depths of the conscious and unconscious mind. I explore my interaction as a person with a disability in a main stream community.

Even though I am vision impaired (categorized as legally blind), I am the creator of these works. With 6.4%, peripheral vision in my left eye and the right eye being artificial I work fairly close-up to my work. I can see in great detail up to 30cm's away and after that I see only colourful shapes with little or no detail, depending on size. The use of fairly strong reading glasses and sometimes a magnifying glass enables me to create the work. For most of my observations I use a monocular scope (half a binocular) to view things from a distance.
My eye condition is currently stable. I was meant to loose my eye sight at the age of 10, but don't know how but managed to defY the doctors predictions.
There is no quire for my eye condition and has not changed since about the age of 16.

So I do what I can to day as the next day I could be totaly blind.
I live for today.

  
My Coffee Table - - My coffie table made from recycled timber. My Coffee Table - My coffie table made from recycled timber.

Grand West Cows No 2 - - Commission for a insurance firm (Grand West) here in Adelaide, back in 07. Sold for $1000. Grand West Cows No 2 - Commission for a insurance firm (Grand West) here in Adelaide, back in 07. Sold for $1000.

Hill Top Observation - - I hadn Hill Top Observation - I hadn't done a landscape for quite some years and this is what came out.

Silky - - This is what ever you want it to be. Silky - This is what ever you want it to be.

Me 4 - - Working away, ejoying a winters day. Me 4 - Working away, ejoying a winters day.
Painting
Please remeber that all of the art works located on this site are original and not posters or prints.
Here is a great opportunity invest in your's and Jamahl's future by buying direct from the artist.

I like to think of my art as investments that enhance the ambience of the office or home, bringing life to a dull space.

  
Free Fall - - Free Fall, acrylic painting on stretched canvas. A friend said it looks like a road map while another said it looks like Spider Man Free Fall - Free Fall, acrylic painting on stretched canvas. A friend said it looks like a road map while another said it looks like Spider Man's web.

Hi There - - Hi There, oil paint on stretched canvas and timber frame I made up to match the painting. Sold to M&S Glass $800 in 07. Hi There - Hi There, oil paint on stretched canvas and timber frame I made up to match the painting. Sold to M&S Glass $800 in 07.

Boof - - I worked from this photo of Boof the Cat for a present for Mum for Christmas. Boof - I worked from this photo of Boof the Cat for a present for Mum for Christmas.

Neither Man or Woman - - Looking at personal Mythology and the use of symbology in my art work. Neither Man or Woman - Looking at personal Mythology and the use of symbology in my art work.

Closer - - Some Times people are a lot further away than what we think they are. Closer - Some Times people are a lot further away than what we think they are.
Background
My interest for the arts began from around the age of 4, mainly painting and drawing at kindergarten. Encouragement came form my ophthalmologist (eye secialist), who advised my parents that art classes would help develop my talent.
The arts has always been an outlet for me to deal with many of the frustrations of living with a disability. Through my art work I have been able to educate the main stream community as to how we do things a little differently.

My ealy school years are best left in the past. My life has been an up hill climb, full of people saysing you can't do that because your vision impaired.
So that has just made me want to work harder and achieve more for me. I stopped thinking about what others think a long time ago.


My other main passion in life is drums and percussion, which I have been playing since the age of eight. I have played in a variety of bands that have ranged from heavy rock/funk through to country music.

  
Me and Danny - - A good mate of mine since we were kids. Although he is no longer with us he never complained about his termanal illnes and always looked on the bright side of life. Thinking of doing a painting of him. Me and Danny - A good mate of mine since we were kids. Although he is no longer with us he never complained about his termanal illnes and always looked on the bright side of life. Thinking of doing a painting of him.

Aged 10ish - - Here I am at primary school using up some free time drawing. Aged 10ish - Here I am at primary school using up some free time drawing.

Suburban Nites - - Group shot of the first serious band I was in. Played mainly clasic rock from the 50 Suburban Nites - Group shot of the first serious band I was in. Played mainly clasic rock from the 50's to the 90's. I'm the one in the light grey jeans in the middle.

Year 12 - - Here I am working on an end of year 12 final assessment project. I studied horses for a year and creat Samual the mythological horse. Mum now has this in pride of place in the hall way at their house. Year 12 - Here I am working on an end of year 12 final assessment project. I studied horses for a year and creat Samual the mythological horse. Mum now has this in pride of place in the hall way at their house.

Eye Condition - - This is the closest image I could find that represents some similarities of my vision loss. I do see color and only in detail up to 30cm Eye Condition - This is the closest image I could find that represents some similarities of my vision loss. I do see color and only in detail up to 30cm's away then after that it's shapes and blobs with minamal detail. Working on a project that provides a representation of what I can see.
Training / Experience
2001-2003Diploma – Art Therapy
Ikon Institute
Journey work/symbology
& mythology
2001Aboriginal Gallery
Student, sales assistant
1996O’Halloran Institute of Tafe
Certificate in Applied and
Visual arts.
1983-1990Ruth Tuck Art Classes
Studied water colours
1983-1995Art Classes
Primary / secondary

Art activities
Previous exhibitions joint and solo since 1997
  • Port Adelaide Community Art Centre
  • Parks Community Centre Axis Gallery
  • Prospect Community Arts Centre.
  • Port Noarlunga Community Arts Centre.
  • Blackwood Rotary Club Art Exhibition
  • Port Adelaide Rotary Club Art Exhibition
  • Victor Harbor Rotary Club Art Exhibition
  • Avalon Art Gallery
  • Lion Arts Centre


    • Art work currently exhibited
    • Peter KT Knowles Ocularist Prostheses
      226 Melbourne St
      North Adelaide, South Australia
      Email: ptk@picknowl.com.au


    Related Activities 1996 – Current
    • Public Speaking
    • Disability awareness
    • Public painting demonstrations
      Galleries / Community Centres
    • Charity Auctions
      Donated to the Royal Society for the Blind several art works.
    • International Day for the Disabled
      Exhibition / Auction
    • Teaching visual arts
      Private tuition/small groups – oils and acrylics
    • Community Projects
    • Guide Dogs SA group mentoring program for deaf/hearing impaired and blind and vision impaired youth.
      Art Project communication and team building.
    • Murals
      Attic room at my parents home.
      Australian landscape.
    • Art Therapist
      Private practice, families, physical/mental health issues, relationships, suicide and personal development.
      Assistant facilitator / guided meditation / Drumming
    • Calibrated art projects with other artists
    • Disability Arts Projects
      Musical performer / arts discussion groups



    Future possibilities;
    Online auction page as part of my web site has been put on hold due to lack of funds.
    I wanted to create the possibility where visiters to the site could bid on my art work direct. Ebay is okay for selling unwanted items around the home but not good for selling art.

    Would like to put on a possible Exhibition in the future but will all depend on my grant application.

    Writing a series of sessions for teaching a class of students at the Country Arts Association here in Berri. Will inform you of future project.

    		 
    Graphic images of WW1 - - With all of my experience I want to one day put on an exhibition depicting the horrors of World War One. There world not be just visuals but thatrics and poetry readings and audio sound track of the battle field. Some thing people would never forget. Graphic images of WW1 - With all of my experience I want to one day put on an exhibition depicting the horrors of World War One. There world not be just visuals but thatrics and poetry readings and audio sound track of the battle field. Some thing people would never forget.

    		Traedgy - - Joint project between my ex-partners son and I. I did the background and he did most of the rest. Traedgy - Joint project between my ex-partners son and I. I did the background and he did most of the rest.

    On The Way - - One of the many paintings that sold at my first ever solo exhibition held at Port Adeladie Arts Centre back in 98. On The Way - One of the many paintings that sold at my first ever solo exhibition held at Port Adeladie Arts Centre back in 98.

    		Ocean Glory - - One of the many paintigs that sold at the Axis Gallery back in 98. Ocean Glory - One of the many paintigs that sold at the Axis Gallery back in 98.

    Out Back - - Private sale back in 06. Out Back - Private sale back in 06.

    		Drummer Workshop 2 - - Here I am jaming with a groovy Drummer from the Adelaide Hills at a workshop held at the the Parks Community Centre. Drummer Workshop 2 - Here I am jaming with a groovy Drummer from the Adelaide Hills at a workshop held at the the Parks Community Centre.

    Solo Exhibition in 03 - - Opening night for my Solo Exhibition at Urban Cow Gallery and Studio in Frome st Adelaide. Big night that was. Solo Exhibition in 03 - Opening night for my Solo Exhibition at Urban Cow Gallery and Studio in Frome st Adelaide. Big night that was.

    		Solo Exhibition in 98 - - Opening night at my art Exhibition at at the Parks Community Centre. Also had a drumming session to open up the night. Solo Exhibition in 98 - Opening night at my art Exhibition at at the Parks Community Centre. Also had a drumming session to open up the night.

    Wild Blue Ocean - - Idea came from an image I had seen and so adapted it for my own use. I have this one hanging in my bedroom, a great painting to wake up to early in the morning. Wild Blue Ocean - Idea came from an image I had seen and so adapted it for my own use. I have this one hanging in my bedroom, a great painting to wake up to early in the morning.

    		Art Palete Mag - - My work was displayed in the Artist Palete Magazine in May 2008, promoting emorging artists. Sorry it is in Black and White as I don Art Palete Mag - My work was displayed in the Artist Palete Magazine in May 2008, promoting emorging artists. Sorry it is in Black and White as I don't have a copy of the Magazine.
    Current activities
    Exhibited in a variety of joint and solo exhibitions here in Adelaide, providing a steady flow of commissions and sales.

    1998 - Current
    Port Adelaide Community Arts Centre.
    The Parks Community Arts Centre.
    Port Noarlunga Community Arts Centre.
    Avalon Gallery.
    Port Adelaide Rotary Art Show
    Victor Harbor Rotary Art Show
    Blackwood rotary Art Show

    Y 1995 - Currnet
    Public painting demonstrations.
    Public speaking promoting disability awareness.
    Disability grograms / forums.
    International day for the disabled.
    Tafe institutes / high schools

    Y 2000

    Teaching visual arts in the use of acrylic and oil paint.
    Primary schools 6/7th grade.

    Y 1998 - Current
    Private tuition and small groups.
    Basic drawing, painting in oils and acrylics

    Y 2000 - Current
    Participated in charity and private auctions.
    Royal Society For the Blind

    Y 2006 - 2007
    Participated in a life drawing group most Sunday evenings at Avalon Gallery. Was also the painter and the model.

    ATTENTION
    I am available for tutions for those who are interested in learning more about art.
    I teach landscape/absrtact/surealist styles.
    To find out more send me an email with your details so information can be sent to you.
    All ages / beginners and advanced artist welcome.

    Looking to establish several art exhibitions with other artists in early 2008

    Early 2008
    I have been running my disability awarness programs focusing on blind / vision impaired issues.
    Program to be held for enrolled nurses at a study institute here in Adeladie.

    ATTENTION
    I am looking for students who are interested in learning how to create great art.
    One to one tutoring or small groups are availablel in accrylic paint, oils paint, basic drawing and sclupture.
    Learn how to mix and apply paint.
    Tools and tricks of the trade.
    Composition and subject matter.
    Lighting and contrast.
    How to use colours.
    You choose the style;
    *Landscape
    *Abstract
    *Surrealism
    *Photographic realis

    I am a qualified Work Place Trainer and Assessor and have been teaching many forms of art for the last 10 years to all ages.
    There is no age limit so come on and have a go.

    Classes for one on one studies are $30 for 1.5 hours
    Location at artist studio here in Berri (Riverland) South Australia (Australia).
    Bring your own materials.
    Please send me an email.
    Lesson times are flexible
    Let the creativeness begin.

    Due to some of the responces from interstate and over seas in regards to art classes, I am thinking of creating an art class DVD. This is only possible down the track, when I have sold a lot more paintings.

    Working on some free movement abstract works that is quite out there. Letting go of some constraints of controlled brush work and experimenting.
    Been out in Adelaide's main shopping zone (Rundle Mall) a few times busking to expose my work to the public.
    I'm am recieving some + feedback from the new work.

    		  
    Rotary Art Show 07,08 - - Poster of Port Adeladie held anualy. I haven Rotary Art Show 07,08 - Poster of Port Adeladie held anualy. I haven't missed a show in the last 15 years.

    		DSCN3907 - - Here I am getting ready to start doing a painting demo at The Royal Adelaide Hospital 14/2/08 as part of the Health Promostion Expo, show casing on what we can do. DSCN3907 - Here I am getting ready to start doing a painting demo at The Royal Adelaide Hospital 14/2/08 as part of the Health Promostion Expo, show casing on what we can do.

    Me No 2 - - Here I am working away late in to the night trying to finish a commission for Grand West Insurance Company. Me No 2 - Here I am working away late in to the night trying to finish a commission for Grand West Insurance Company.

    		Me at RAH no 2 - - Here I am at the Royal Adelaide Hospital working on a painting for Health Promotion Day. I Me at RAH no 2 - Here I am at the Royal Adelaide Hospital working on a painting for Health Promotion Day. I'm showcasing what a person with a vision loss can do.

    A Couple - - Painted live from a couple whom I found out later were married. Private sale in 2007 to the owners of M & S Glass. A Couple - Painted live from a couple whom I found out later were married. Private sale in 2007 to the owners of M & S Glass.

    		Winnged Woman No 2 - - Paintted live from model, who was a red light district girl. Winnged Woman No 2 - Paintted live from model, who was a red light district girl.

    Nats - - Painted live from model. Got it down in one go and had to do very little touch up work later. Nats - Painted live from model. Got it down in one go and had to do very little touch up work later.

    		Fantasy 3 Exhi 07 - - A group shot of my friends standing near my art work on the opening night. Fantasy 3 Exhi 07 - A group shot of my friends standing near my art work on the opening night.
    Prizes / Awards
    Primary and High school art prizes 1985 to 1994
    Dawn Slade Award for artists with a disability 2002
    Inspiration
    I have been working towards developing a style that carries itself over the many areas of interest I dabble in. I am inspired by so many different things that it would be impossible to cram it in to one subject matter or style. From the Australian bush through to every day life and events, such as; books, films, architecture and music. I am inspired by other artists such as; Tim White, Jeffery Smart, James Gleeson, J.W. Waterhouse, Auguste Rodin, Danny Flynn, Australian Colonial art and Salvador Dali.

    Through my art I look ate ways to express to the mainstream that us disabled are capable of doing things. So in my work I try to role back the public misconceptions towards disability. It is also an out let for me to deal with the discrimination I still encounter. Even with a wide range of qualifacations (Work Place Trainer Assessor/Art Therapist, I've had to stop applying for work as the frustration of not being able to drive has become too much.

    Art is my therapy as I learn to heal and nurture my innerself.

    		  
    Jetty - - Earlly one morning I took the opportunity to visit the beach during heavy fog. I have an old carved wooden frame that could work with this idea! Jetty - Earlly one morning I took the opportunity to visit the beach during heavy fog. I have an old carved wooden frame that could work with this idea!

    		White-Cliffs-Of-Dover - - Battle for the sky as Britain tried halt the German invasion. White-Cliffs-Of-Dover - Battle for the sky as Britain tried halt the German invasion.

    Richard Powers - - American painter of the 1960 Richard Powers - American painter of the 1960's to 70's

    		Frederick McCubbin - - Australian painter of the mid 19 centure. Here shows the early settler making his home in the Australian bush. Frederick McCubbin - Australian painter of the mid 19 centure. Here shows the early settler making his home in the Australian bush.

    Dr Strange Love - - One of the best comedies I Dr Strange Love - One of the best comedies I've seen. Worth a look if you want a good lauph about the cold war.

    		A good read - - Highly recomed reading this one as it certainly helped me to create the painting of the same title located in my Surreal section of my Gallery. A good read - Highly recomed reading this one as it certainly helped me to create the painting of the same title located in my Surreal section of my Gallery.
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    If you have any further enquires please email me. For sales/commissions follow the prompts. Your feed back will also help to make improvements to the site.

    I'd like to thank you for investing time to browse through the life's works and journey of Jamahl Pollard.

    REMEBER I can't have a future with out your support as this site is not sponsered by any major corporation, trying to sell you a throw away item in the end you throw away.

    I do appologize to those who would like to see my work in view of the public a bit more.
    I am limited as to what I can do as I have only my disability pension as my only steady income.
    So with your support I can do more to expand my career as an artist.

    		  
    Holding Wise Love - - This is an image I use for Birthday cards for those I know. Thinking of creating a few more designs to sell at the local crystal shop. Holding Wise Love - This is an image I use for Birthday cards for those I know. Thinking of creating a few more designs to sell at the local crystal shop.