About Studio Dennis
Studio Dennis is the creative practice of Andrew Boddam-Whetham, a Sydney-based artist working in the subtropics since 2000.
His work spans mural art, painting, textiles, design, and street graphics, drawing inspiration from a wide range of influences including 20th-century art, skateboard culture, and low-brow comics. Studio Dennis crafts complex and layered visual languages, using characters and objects that form a unique cabinet of curiosities. Themes such as future living, bio domes, and animal behavior play a prominent role in his work.
Studio Dennis art brings an eclectic mix of historical and cultural references into vibrant, contemporary spaces. His pieces are known for transforming everyday environments into bold, immersive experiences. Whether it’s murals for public spaces or bespoke private commissions, Andrew seamlessly integrates his artwork into its surroundings, making art a living, breathing part of the urban landscape.
With an extensive portfolio that includes major projects for clients such as AMP Capital, Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, and the National Gallery of Australia, Studio Dennis remains a prominent force in Australian contemporary muralism, blending creativity with community engagement.
His work speaks to a vision of civilisation that is both playful and thought-provoking, continuously pushing the boundaries of public art.
Andrew’s journey as Studio Dennis is marked by his evolution from the underground street art scene to becoming a commissioned public artist whose works are celebrated throughout Sydney.
With a passion for storytelling, Andrew’s murals are more than just visual displays—they are experiences, deeply rooted in his fascination with human history and the environment. His murals have expanded beyond traditional spaces, making their way into corporate settings, urban landscapes, and public installations, where he creates a dialogue between art and its viewers.
His ability to scale his work to suit various environments—be it the towering walls of public buildings or more intimate indoor spaces—demonstrates Andrew’s versatility and innovation. His projects often carry spontaneous, fluid elements, allowing his art to organically integrate into its surroundings. Whether it’s an abstract botanical design or a figurative exploration of future living, his murals leave a lasting impression, reshaping how people engage with the space around them.
Studio Dennis continues to embrace new opportunities, with a focus on transforming urban environments through creative interventions.
Each piece tells a story, merging Andrew’s unique blend of visual influences with an innate understanding of space, design, and audience engagement.