A modern woman in many ways (Penfold’s break, and subsequent momentum has been helped along by social media), the 27 year old is quick to affirm her reverence for tradition, preferring to sell her work by way of galleries rather than DM’s. Instagram has proved a seminal and ongoing asset to her commercial success, and yet, Penfold is adamant “I don’t want to be an influencer, I want to be an artist.” It is this strong sense of self that filters right through our conversation, as Penfold’s profile has escalated, so too have her standards, “I’ve learnt to say ’no’, to pull back from certain opportunities and set boundaries. I want to tip-toe through this time, protect myself, and the process.” It is this discerning approach that has seen the Sydney based artist move away from commissions, “I feel limited. It’s as though I can’t move within the canvas. I’ve found the work is stronger when it comes from me.” 

Penfold’s “no bullshit” brand of authenticity very much colours her collaborations, “I met Emma (Lewisham) last year when she bought one of my pieces. We started emailing, and then she sent me her range.. I’ve loved and used Supernatural Triple Vitamin A+ Face Oil ever since. I use it night and day. It feels amazing and gives the most natural little glow.” Principled and uncompromising, Penfold and Lewisham are each finding a way to share a pure kind of beauty with the world. Whether its science-backed skincare or Slices Of Light At The Pass, the logic is as grand as it is simple, “you have to believe in what you do”, says Penfold.