Edward has painted Adrian Eagle — ARIA Award winner and multi‑award‑winning Australian soul/hip‑hop singer‑songwriter — six times now, and each time he has tried to get closer to the honesty and depth Adrian carries. When Edward first met Adrian in 2019, he met someone kind, optimistic, and deeply grateful. Adrian's presence has always stayed with him since.
Adrian’s extraordinary voice, heartfelt lyrics, and lived experiences have shaped the way Edward thinks about his own practice. This portrait of Adrian reminds him to appreciate every moment, to stay grateful, and to keep persisting no matter how tough the art world can be. It’s not every day you meet someone so unique — someone whose spirit feels both grounded and uplifting.
Painting Adrian has been a constant pursuit of something real, honest, and evocative. Edward’s connection to creating never leaves him; it becomes part of who he is. This portrait is an attempt to honour not just Adrian’s likeness, but the resilience, warmth, and emotional truth he brings into the world.
