Oliver is travelling to Switzerland in June 2024 to host his solo exhibition
"Aussie Vibes" taking the viewer on a journey across the Nullarbor.

Exhibition is held at the Schauraum, Olten, from the 21st to the 30th of June 2024

 

Step into the captivating world of Oliver Altermatt, an artist whose lens transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Born in Switzerland, Oliver's passion for photography ignited at a tender age, evolving into a lifelong pursuit that knows no bounds. From the traditional confines of dark rooms to the boundless expanse of digital realms, his journey has been a testament to unwavering dedication and ceaseless innovation.

With a focus on Fine Art, Portraiture, and Street Photography, Oliver's creative vision delves deep into the intricate tapestry of existence, revealing hidden truths and unearthing moments of profound beauty. Through his lens, he invites us to see the world through new eyes, to appreciate the nuances of life that often evade our notice.

Active member:  

AASPI, AIPP, CCP, MCC, IPFO, Brunswick Street Gallery, Gallery 245, Australian Image Makers, Head on Foundation, Bluemoon Artist Collective RH

Submissions:

Omina Price 2024 (selected)

Mono Award 2024 (commended)

AASP Street Photography 2024

Kanotor Price Bienale Ballarat 2024

Headon Foundation Australia 2024, Photofestival Sydney

Capture Magazin, Monoaward 2023

BBA Photography Price 2023

Headon Foundation Australia 2023, Headon Photofest

Young Masters Art Price UK 2023

Monash Gallery of Art, William and Winifred Bowness Photography Prize 2023

Exhibitions:

UPCOMING: [Gunnamatta] SOLO Exhibition January 2025 @ Bluemoon Gallery Red Hill

Solo Exhibition, Switzerland, 21st to 30th June 2024 "Aussie Vibes"

Bluemoon Art Gallery Redhill, current

Ballarat International Foto Biennale, August 2023

AASPI, Shot in the Heart of Australia 2023 exhibition

Brunswick Street Gallery Fifty Squared Art Prize 2023

Ballarat International Foto Biennale, Martin Kantor Price (2 entries) 

Brunswick Street Gallery, Australia, Small Work Art Price Exhibition, 2023

CCP (Centre of Contemporary Photography) Melbourne, Summer Salon, Dec 2023

Photo Swiss 2023, Zurich Switzerland

Solo Exhibition September 2023, Olten Switzerland

Photo Swiss 2022, Zurich Switzerland

CCP (Centre of Contemporary Photography) Ilford Salon exhibition 2021

Recipient of various commended and highly commended awards from MCC, 2018, 2019, 2020

Participated and exhibited at Michaels yearly photo exhibition

CCP (Centre of Contemporary Photography) Ilford Salon exhibition 2020

Dr. Geoffrey Smith Trophy "Best Figure Study' 2019 MCC

RHS awarded 1st, in numerous categories including best picture over all, 2019

Single; Shot, Australian's Top Emerging Photographers 2019 Capture Magazine

Portrait; Australian's Top Emerging Photographers 2019 Capture Magazine

Relevant Credentials:

Studied at PSC (Photo School College Melbourne)

RMIT BFA Photography

Working with children check Victoria No 1908918A-01 Exp.Feb 2025

Certificate IV in Assessment & Workplace Training BSZ40198

Books Published:

2019  Portrait, Finding My Style

2020 Channel Blue

2021 Objects

2022 Kimberly Western Australia

2022 Street, Portraits & les baingeuses dans l'océan 

Pls contact us if interested in any of the books

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