The experience of Juniper's latest exhibition commences with the invitation's colour representation of Lily Drift, Song of Arnhem Land, all blue and gold with a touch of whimsy. It continues through three gallery rooms filled with stunning new paintings, line drawings and limited edition screenprints, and continues in the mind's eye as a vibrant burst of creative energy by one of this State's premier artists.

Here we find the ultra large paintings that exemplify Juniper's style of laying down slabs of pigment and scraping back to reveal the colour beneath. This technique suggests a passing of time, the cycle of life. Much appreciated is the red and yellow ochre diptych A large and totally unnecessary background for a portrait of a small bird. Like an artistic anthology this image provides a collection of visual titbits in small framed images within the composition, one of which involves a white owl on gold leaf. Here too we find Juniper's iconic kangaroos stretched out in mid jump. Then there is Central Desert landscape with its red hills, yellow earth dotted with black burnt trees, and a delightful dancing Brolga.

The smaller paintings on display are no less impressive for their size. They include a variety of subjects including flowers, figures, cats, marron, doilies (collaged, stencilled or painted) and one rather mad chook. All reveal Juniper's keen use of colour, his continued exploration in picture making techniques, and a subtle sense of mirth. It's difficult to find a favourite here however Finch in the Christmas Tree offers a great deal of visual enjoyment with it's explosive orange bloom and multi-coloured bird.

Juniper's ability to master the drawn line is reflected in his fine mixed media drawings. Girl with hat is a celebration of drawing as an artform. Here a solid line defines just the the hands and face of a young lady in profile, which is enough to capture the sense of exotic beauty and to prove the old adage that 'less is more'.

Just as the drawings show a command of draughtsmanship, the prints pay tribute to excellent design. With different operas as inspiration, these six small works have a melodious quality about them. Seville Dawn presents three jolly singers on a stage, and judging by the rich warm colours employed, my guess they are baritones. Meanwhile The Mikado is a fine example of Oriental pattern and power.

All the accolades that can be given Juniper, and his work, have already been proffered. Still, as they are well earned, they remain valid. Many of the forty new exhibits reflect the artist addressing styles and techniques employed and perfected earlier in his long career. However there is always something new to be discovered in his work when you take the time to look at, engage with, and enjoy all aspects of each exhibit. When you do, don't be surprised if many images stay with you long after leaving the gallery.