Rising Stars

Australian artists who are enjoying a surge in popularity and sales on Bluethumb. Artists to watch and among our top best sellers.

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Jan Matson

Canberra, ACT

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A painting of pink and white butterflies flying through a spring pink flowering garden.

The Butterfly Garden

Oil, 92cm (W) x 61cm (H)

A$1,350

An oblong painting of a strutting peacock on background of thickly textured pink roses.

A Peacock among the flowers

Oil, 76cm (W) x 38cm (H)

A$750

A landscape painting in soft green tones, with a white gum tree trunk overlooking a golden lit creek.

Liquid Gold in the Bush

Oil, 90cm (W) x 60cm (H)

A$1,200

A thickly textured oil painting of three Splendid Fairy Wren birds on a perch, two females and one male. The male bird is light blue, dark blue and black, while the female is light grey, white and has a light blue wings and tail.

Splendid Fairy Wren Birds on a Perch

Oil, 38cm (W) x 30cm (H)

A$490

Cat Leonard

Adelaide, South Australia

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an original acrylic painting of a miniature sausage dog, painted on stretched canvas.

Milo

Acrylic, 70cm (W) x 55cm (H)

A$720

Original pallet knife painting of a pear with a unique cropped composition, ready to hang with chord fastened to the back.

A nice pear - Pallet knife version

Acrylic, 13.5cm (W) x 30cm (H)

A$300

An original expressive painting of a woman's head dressed in a renaissance style. This painting is on board with a cold wax finish and is ready to hang with chord fastened to the back.

Veronica

Acrylic, 20cm (W) x 27cm (H)

A$400

an original, expressive painting of a pink galah, painted on board with a bright background.

Flamin Galah

Acrylic, 20cm (W) x 20cm (H)

A$280

Eve Sellars

Trawool, central Victoria

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Like Home (Framed)

Oil, 48cm (W) x 48cm (H)

A$850

P R O J E C T 3 0 - no. 14

Oil, 20cm (W) x 20cm (H)

A$220

Four mini paintings, Northern Territory Vibes

Oil, 80cm (W) x 20cm (H)

A$800

P R O J E C T 3 0 - no. 25

Oil, 20cm (W) x 20cm (H)

A$220

Lisa Fahey

WOLLONGONG

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an abstract mixtape

Headbangers Mix Tape

Acrylic, 42cm (W) x 32cm (H)

A$400

Light blue colours with ocean rocks and a bay, green hills. Painted in expressive abstract strokes.

Aqua Melodies

Acrylic, 40.5cm (W) x 50.5cm (H)

A$450

a hare on blue background.

O sweet hare of mine

Acrylic, 32cm (W) x 42cm (H)

A$400

a mix tape on blue high on life mix lebeled

MIxtape Vol 22

Acrylic, 52cm (W) x 42cm (H)

A$480

Shannon Camden

Brisbane

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Miranda Lloyd

South Australia

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Textured white trees on an abstract outback Australian background

Trees Ghost Gum Outback Australia textured impasto abstraction

Acrylic, 76cm (W) x 51cm (H)

A$470

textured white flowers on a beach coastal blue background

Wild flowers in a lavender garden textured impasto

Acrylic, 100cm (W) x 100cm (H)

A$590

textured coastal abstract with white pebble outlines

Coastal Beach Pebbles textured impasto landscape

Acrylic, 122cm (W) x 91cm (H)

A$650

abstract trees with a beach inspired textured background

Trees in Coastal Garden Textured Impasto

Mixed Media, 101cm (W) x 50cm (H)

A$500

Anica Amphlett

South Coast, NSW

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This is a landscape scene of an old country shed at the foot of the Snowy Mountains with rugged terrain and layers of trees in the different plains and hills in the background.

Adaminaby Plains

Watercolour, 37cm (W) x 27cm (H)

A$900

Tracey Samios

Melbourne, VIC.

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This enchanting naive surrealist style painting captures the quiet romance of the Irish coastline, where nature, colour, and imagination blend in perfect harmony. A lady in a red coat and green skirt strolls gently uphill along a winding countryside path, accompanied by her loyal black dog. Beneath a soft seaside sky, she wears a wide-brimmed sun hat, while the warm shadows cast by both figures add depth and serenity to the scene.
To the left, a beautifully expressive tree is painted in bold, uneven oval forms of soft olive green, ochre, coral pink, and black, echoing the layered contours of the landscape that lead the eye upward toward a green cottage perched on top of the hill. Above, the sky is a delicate wash of pale green and white. Three black birds drift high above, enhancing the dreamlike atmosphere and sense of freedom.
Rich in texture, colour, and emotion, this artwork evokes the peaceful beauty of coastal Ireland and the joy of walking amongst nature by the sea. The painting has been professionally finished with a satin varnish and cones in a professionally hand crafted Tasmanian Oak floating frame.

Lady in red coat black dog and green house

Acrylic, 43cm (W) x 53cm (H)

A$1,610

Miss Florence Winterbottom was known for three things: her impossible hats, her dangerous honesty, and her tiny pink lips that never smiled unless absolutely necessary.
Every Tuesday at precisely four o’clock, she would stroll through the village carrying a small silver spoon in her handbag “in case of pudding emergencies.” No one knew exactly what that meant, but no one dared ask. Children adored her. Dogs followed her. Husbands suddenly remembered important appointments whenever she appeared.
Florence lived alone in a tall narrow house with crooked wallpaper and a parlour full of pearl necklaces hanging from lamp shades. She claimed pearls absorbed bad moods. Judging by the village gossip, she may have been right.
Miss Florence Winterbottom is a character who is very, very quirky…. and if you have love a bit of whimsical quirkiness in your life, she is someone you will love to have hanging on your wall at home! This painting has been protected with a satin varnish.

Miss Florence Winterbottom

Acrylic, 43cm (W) x 53cm (H)

A$1,500

Bring warmth, charm, and personality into your home with this captivating acrylic portrait of Charlie, an irresistibly scruffy black dog full of character and heart. Painted in a whimsical naive style, Charlie’s expressive face and tousled features instantly draw the eye and spark a smile.
Set against a calming backdrop of soft green and pale beige-white tones, this artwork blends beautifully with both modern interiors and nostalgic, cottage inspired spaces. The painting is presented on canvas within a stylish wooden floating frame, giving it a refined gallery-style finish ready to hang and enjoy.
Whether displayed in a living room, hallway, bedroom, or cosy reading nook, Charlie brings joy, warmth, and a touch of playful sophistication to any wall. A perfect piece for dog lovers, art collectors, or anyone seeking artwork with soul and personality. This piece has been finished with a protective satin varnish.

Charlie the Black Dog

Acrylic, 43cm (W) x 53cm (H)

A$1,500

Immerse yourself in the charm of the Irish–Scottish–English countryside with this beautiful tranquil acrylic painting. A dark‑haired lady in a long red coat strolling along a winding yellow country road, her loyal black dog walking beside her with a stick proudly in its mouth. The gentle path leads towards her home, a traditional white Irish cottage perched near the coastline, where land meets sea in quiet harmony.
Soft, rolling hills frame the scene, accompanied by a lone tree to the left and small shrubs lining the pathway. The sky, painted in a unique taupe green hue, adds an atmospheric touch that enhances the peaceful mood of the landscape. Finished with a protective gloss varnish ensures long‑lasting beauty. A perfect piece for anyone who loves the outdoors with their dog, countryside landscapes, coastal charm, or artwork that tells a quiet, heartfelt story.

Lady in red coat with black dog and stick

Acrylic, 43cm (W) x 53cm (H)

A$1,500

andrew neilan (naylan)

Brisbane

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impasto portrait painting

Faceless abstract impasto portrait painting . Yeah man

andrew neilan (naylan)

Acrylic, 40cm (W) x 50cm (H)

A$250

impasto portrait painting

Faceless abstract impasto portrait painting . In time

andrew neilan (naylan)

Acrylic, 40cm (W) x 50cm (H)

A$250

impasto portrait painting

Faceless abstract impasto portrait painting . look at that

andrew neilan (naylan)

Acrylic, 40cm (W) x 50cm (H)

A$250

abstract expressionist painting

abstract art painting above the sea

andrew neilan (naylan)

Acrylic, 50cm (W) x 40cm (H)

A$260

Anna Speirs

Perth, WA

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Still life with banksia, glass, apples

Winter Banksia and Apples

Oil, 76cm (W) x 61cm (H)

A$1,500

Still life with big vase, lemon, cup, blueberries

Moody Harmony

Oil, 40.5cm (W) x 50.5cm (H)

A$700

Still life with pears

Three pears

Oil, 42cm (W) x 29.7cm (H)

A$400

Still life with yellow flowers , lemon, vase

Yellow flowers and lemon

Oil, 29.7cm (W) x 42cm (H)

A$400