MATT GILL ART

60 x 60cm Acrylic on canvas

60cm x 60cm (round) Acrylic on wood

My painting, “Lest We Forget,” is a poignant reflection on the often-overlooked issue of veteran homelessness. It portrays an ex-army veteran, once a symbol of strength and service, now sitting in an alley, holding a sign that reads, “Lest We Forget.” This juxtaposition captures the irony of a society that celebrates the bravery and sacrifice of its soldiers, yet often doesn’t see the challenges some of them face when they return home. The statistics are stark: close to 6,000 or 5.3% of Australia’s half a million current and former service

personnel experienced homelessness in the past year. This rate is nearly three times higher than that of the broader population. Behind these numbers are stories of individuals who have served their country with loyalty, respect, love of country, courage, and camaraderie, only to find themselves struggling to maintain employment, facing financial stress, and dealing with mental health issues upon their return. My artwork, created with acrylic paint on a round wooden panel, serves as a reminder that we must not forget our veterans who have helped us. It calls for our support and compassion, urging us to recognize the sacrifices they have made and the challenges they face. Through this painting, I hope to raise awareness about veteran homelessness and inspire action to address this pressing issue. It is my belief that by standing together

as a community, we can honor our veterans’ service and ensure that they are not forgotten or left behind.

Acrylic on canvas 2020

30 x 30cm

66 x 66cm Acrylic in canvas

60 x 60 Acrylic on wood

120cm x 90cm Acrylic on wood panel

Acrylic on canvas 2020

Set of 3 - 30 x 30cm

1.5 meters x 66cm

Acrylic on canvas

Acrylic on canvas 2020
106 x 106cm

30 x 30cm acrylic on canvas

Set of 2

Acrylic on canvas. 2020

106 x 106cm

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Each painting 1 metre square
Wood frames

20 x 20cm

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28 x 35cm

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60 x 60 Acrylic on wood

Acrylic on canvas 2020

66 x 66cm

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25.5 x 20cm

Set of two

Acrylic on canvas 2020

66 x 66cm

66 x 66cm

Acrylic on Canvas

106 x 106cm Acrylic on canvas

One meter square

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