Top 10 Artists of 2024
In 2024, Bluethumb art collectors showed an unwavering preference for large-scale abstracts. Explore the unique styles of our best Australian artists, and you’ll quickly grasp why these pieces gained such popularity. In no particular order, we are pleased to introduce the Top 10 Artists who captured the attention of collectors in 2024!
Sophie Lawrence
Since joining Bluethumb in 2019, Sophie Lawrence has consistently excelled in her artistic practice. Sophie specialises in crafting lively, large-scale floral paintings and cheerful landscapes, drawing inspiration from her scenic surroundings of Canberra. Her acrylic artworks are a sensory delight, with a profound depth of colour and visual fascination created through layering paint.
Beach Blues by Bluethumb best-selling artist Sophie Lawrence. Available to purchase online today!
Wendy Moore
Brisbane-based contemporary artist Wendy Moore specialises in creating bold, large-scale abstract artworks that radiate a deep affection for life and vibrant hues. A Bluethumb exclusive artist, she won the Bluethumb Art Prize Founders’ Award in 2023 and continues to delight collectors with her boundless creativity. Her signature statement pieces on natural linen draw inspiration from her travels around Australia and growing up in a rural town.
Blue and Turquoise Garden by Wendy Moore. Browse her portfolio online today and discover your next dream piece!
Joanna Wolthuizen
Joanna Wolthuizen is renowned for her large-scale artworks that combine abstraction with organic, dynamic techniques. Working with mixed media and acrylics, her style is defined by bold, deliberate mark-making, layered and dripping textures, and a flow that captivates viewers. Her expressive creations bring depth and elegance to interiors while evoking thoughtful reflection.
Leftfield by Joanna Wolthuizen is a striking large-scale abstract piece that brings bold sophistication to contemporary interiors.
Franko
Franko, an artist based in Queensland, specialises in creating dynamic, large-format artworks in abstract, urban, and Pop Art styles. Drawing inspiration from notable artists like Banksy and Andy Warhol, Franko’s pieces adorn homes and commercial spaces throughout Australia.
Resonating Energy is a rustic textured abstract by Franko that exudes originality and depth.
Tania Chanter
Tania Chanter’s artistic journey began when she participated in a Bob Ross painting tutorial with her children. In 2019, she was recognised as a rising star and swiftly became one of Bluethumb’s best-selling artists. Her work studies the beauty of natural wonders, capturing the dynamic essence of ever-changing earth and cloud formations.
Morning Tide by Tania Chanter is a textured abstract artwork beautifully showcasing the Australian landscape’s vibrant hues.
PEZ
Working from his tranquil home studio in Port Douglas alongside his wife, best-selling artist Cheryl Harrison, PEZ creates artworks that weave narratives and invite exploration. Drawing on his background in design, television, and print media, he combines ink, markers, palette knives, and brushes to craft pieces that explore communities and the interplay of architecture, pop iconography, and human connection.
Part of PEZ’s Sketches Gone Awry series, Changing Lanes blends urban pop art, life drawing, and a touch of surrealism.
Jos Coufer
Jos Coufreur is an award-winning artist celebrated for his large-format artworks bursting with vibrant colours and rich textures. Using bold, loose strokes and large brushes, Jos brings his scenes and subjects—ranging from people and animals to cityscapes and landscapes—to life with spontaneity and energy. His work reflects a love for colour and expression, making each piece uniquely captivating.
Forest 7 by Jos Coufer is a captivating painting that celebrates the beauty of forests and the interplay of light filtering through the trees.
Cheryl Harrison
Cheryl Harrison specialises in large-scale abstract artworks with intriguing mark-making that bring movement and energy to her contemporary pieces. She expertly uses a limited colour palette and a balanced interplay of positive and negative space. Cheryl’s art appeals to those who value both sophistication and raw, expressive energy, making it a perfect fit for modern or eclectic interiors.
High Road by Cheryl Harrison harmonizes soft blush pink, maroon, sage, olive, and lime green, showcasing her expressive style.
Susan Trudinger
Susan Trudinger is a full-time artist based in Canberra. She is known for her distinct and evolving personal style, which has been shaped by decades of creative exploration. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, Susan focuses on landscapes, flora, and Australian birds, using their diverse colours, shapes, and forms as a canvas for constant reinvention.
Mountain Lake is a whimsical, small-sized acrylic artwork by Susan Trudinger that features a playful exploration of shapes and patterns.
Ann Needham Joy
Ann Needham’s distinctive style is an abstract representation of emotions and feelings. Her subjects range from landscapes to human relationships, often morphing from the familiar into pure colour, form, and abstraction. With a background in design and psychology, Ann draws on both disciplines to shape her unique artistic process
Sunday Morning Kimono showcases Ann Needham’s emerging style, characterised by geometric forms and bold, striking colours.
Congratulations to the top 10 artists of 2024! Achieving this recognition is no small feat, with over 20,000 artists showcasing their talent on Bluethumb.
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