Palla Jeroff: “Metamorphosis” at Gullotti Galleries

Internationally acclaimed painter and 2024 Australian Contemporary Artist of the Year, Palla Jeroff, unveils his latest solo exhibition, “Metamorphosis”, at Gullotti Galleries from August 28 to September 25, 2025. Held in the picturesque coastal suburb of Cottesloe, Western Australia, this new body of work promises a journey through transformation—of land, of self, and artistic vision.

Jeroff, originally from Urumqi, Xinjiang, has been living and working in Australia since 1987. Over the decades, his work has become synonymous with bold, textured brushwork and a vibrant palette that captures the Australian landscape with emotional precision and poetic authenticity. “Metamorphosis” is a continuation of this celebrated style as well as a deep reflection on evolution, change, and the melding of two worlds that have shaped the artist’s identity.

Palla Jeroff Blends Heritage, Landscape, and Legacy

Palla Jeroff’s story is one of cultural synergy. Trained in the rich traditions of Chinese artistry, his relocation to Australia sparked a transformation that forever altered the trajectory of his career. What sets Jeroff apart is his ability to convey the texture and rhythm of Australia—its light, its vastness, its people—without ever losing the spirit of his roots. This exhibition is a celebration of that fusion, offering collectors and art lovers a new series of paintings that are as emotionally charged as they are visually breathtaking.

Following a landmark exhibition in 1998 at the Guangzhou International Art Exposition, Jeroff’s work was selected for permanent placement in the Guangdong Museum of Art—an honor that solidified his international status. Since then, his paintings have drawn global attention in exhibitions throughout France, Germany, China, and the United States. Now, with “Metamorphosis”, he brings the narrative home.

Each painting in this collection feels like a chapter in a visual autobiography. Jeroff’s signature use of color and movement reaches new heights, as he explores themes of rebirth and artistic renewal. While the familiar textures of the Australian bush and coastline remain central, they are imbued with a fresh energy—perhaps reflective of his latest accolade as Australia’s top contemporary artist.

The exhibition runs from August 28 through September 25 at Gullotti Galleries, located at 28 Napoleon Street in Cottesloe. Art enthusiasts and collectors alike are encouraged to experience this remarkable show in person and witness the ever-evolving vision of Palla Jeroff.