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The sun sets over a reflective lake through the trees

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The Night Falls Quiet and Still

ByClaire Skeet

60cm (W) x 60cm (H)

Acrylic on Canvas

A$490

Gone to

VIC

Gone to VIC

Spring

ByKatherine Spiller

63cm (W) x 93cm (H)

Acrylic on canvas, framed. Two weeks required for framing.

A$750

Sunny beach day, sunbathing, SUP, and swimming in the turquoise beach water.

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Ocean Secrets

ByLisa Humphrey

61cm (W) x 76cm (H)

Acrylic paint and ink

A$780

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QLD

Gone to QLD

original oil painting of australian bird, galah

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Pick me

ByKirsty McIntyre

20cm (W) x 25cm (H)

oil paint on gallery wrapped canvas, unframed

A$450

Gone to

VIC

Gone to VIC

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Poolside manuka 106x106 framed

BySophie Lawrence

106cm (W) x 106cm (H)

Acrylic paint on stretched canvas ready to hang and framed ina solid timber frame

A$2,250

Gone to

ACT

Gone to ACT

Game Night Ed. 1 of 20

ByAmy Jane

29.7cm (W) x 42cm (H)

A3 Digital drawing print

A$140

Three beautiful Pears on a plate with Shadow

Pears in Teal

ByClaire Skeet

50cm (W) x 40cm (H)

Acrylic on Canvas

A$500

Tree drovers and a group of working dogs droving a flock of sheep down a sandy road between tall gumtrees.

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Tostaree Drovers

ByAmaria Stark

76.5cm (W) x 61cm (H)

Acrylic paint on stretched slim-line canvas; edges painted; unframed..

A$900

Gone to

VIC

Gone to VIC

A two tiered dripping waterfall of beautiful aqua blue runs through a colourful abstracted landscape of tall trees, colourful shrubs and rockfaces.

Secret Waterfall

ByDebbie Morrison

91cm (W) x 91cm (H)

Acrylic on canvas

A$840

original
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blue wrens wattle cootamundra flowers australian birds

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Golden wattle with fairy wrens

ByKirsty McIntyre

63cm (W) x 63cm (H)

Oil paint on gallery wrapped canvas, framed in floating natural ash frame

A$1,490

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ACT

Gone to ACT

The Beautiful Blue Heron is so majestic in the Australian wetlands. The stunning reflected colours and details make this piece so interesting and quite mesmerizing. I've painted this scene a number of times and this piece is the last one available. A stunning piece up close and at a distance. Framed in a Truly lovely handmade Tasmanian Oak floating frame ready to hang.

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Blue Heron in The Sun

ByClaire Skeet

64cm (W) x 44cm (H)

Acrylic on Canvas

A$700

Gone to

Gone to SA

a boy sits on a door step hugging his dog

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The Step #2

ByGeoff Cunningham

30cm (W) x 30cm (H)

Acrylic & aerosol on artist quality canvas

A$550

Gone to

Gone to SA

Australian still life with martini cocktail and banksia

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The Story Continues... | Framed Oil Painting

ByAlina Hayes

63cm (W) x 63cm (H)

Oil paint on canvas

A$1,590

Gone to

VIC

Gone to VIC

Working Girls

ByPete Conroy

52cm (W) x 42cm (H)

Oil on Canvas

A$1,200

Flower garden secret stair garden purple yellow pink flowers

Sunflowers 2

ByGuzaliya Xavier

41cm (W) x 51cm (H)

Acrylic paint on canvas

A$490

Beach scene with pop up beach tents and people playing on the beach

Cool Marcoola (Framed)

ByBilly Flores

105cm (W) x 79.5cm (H)

Oil on Linen

A$1,760

Black grey blue muted minimalist abstract pyramyd shape

Dusk (pyramid series)

ByGuzaliya Xavier

91.4cm (W) x 91.4cm (H)

Acrylic paint on canvas

A$1,900

Wild and Free (FRAMED)

ByKate Gradwell

23.5cm (W) x 23.5cm (H)

Acrylic on panel, framed in Tasmanian oak

A$550

Painting of beach, with people and dogs playing on the beach

Everyman and his dog (FRAMED)

ByBilly Flores

104.5cm (W) x 79cm (H)

Oil on Linen

A$1,760

An origami bunny standing amongst cocktail parasols against a yellow background

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Joyful Jump

BySarah Park

23cm (W) x 23cm (H)

Oil on board, framed

A$420

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VIC

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Emu

ByPuppa J

102cm (W) x 102cm (H)

Textured Acyrlic

A$2,090

Acrylic paint on loose linen. Canvas size is 107 x 72cm with about 25mm of unpainted border.
Based on sketches and compositional watercolour studies exploring the beauty and imperfection of human body.
This painting has been influenced by Shostakovich's Symphony No.7 in C major, also called Leningrad. Also by music of Miles Davis and Eric Dolphy.
It was finished in few intensive painting days, with little overpainting and few corrections. Painted mostly in 'alla prima' impressionistic style.
It can be displayed very simply, pinned on wall, or hanging off rails. If framing is preferred option, float framing would be a good choice.
It can be, but not necessarily, framed under glass or it can be stretched on a wooden stretcher frame.
Painting will be rolled posted in a large diameter cardboard tube.
Artist's inspiration and title came from Henry Miller's novel with the same name in 1930s Paris, when he was an obscure, penniless writer.

Quiet Days in Clichy #4

ByTony Belobrajdic

72cm (W) x 107cm (H)

Painted on a heavy duty loose triple primed canvas.

A$2,260

Interlocking shapes of colour on black background

Abstract Conclusion - N° 16

ByGlenn Shaw

51cm (W) x 61cm (H)

Oil on acrylic background on Canvas. Clear varnish

A$1,590

Basham beach road trip

ByMark Espie

60cm (W) x 46cm (H)

Quality oil paints on a pre-primed canvas .

A$430

Abstract Conclusion - N° 19

ByGlenn Shaw

51cm (W) x 61cm (H)

Oil on acrylic background on Canvas. Clear Varnish

A$1,590

Sparks of Joy

ByHanna Edwards

76cm (W) x 101cm (H)

Mixed Media Oil

A$1,940

Sparkling turquoise water in foreground with pink reflections on ocean surface under a pink sky

What a Vibe, large ocean coastal realistic seascape

ByAlanah Jarvis

200cm (W) x 100cm (H)

Oil on canvas

A$2,140

Cockatoos and Magpies on an abstract background.

Abstract - Cockatoos with Magpies

BySusan Trudinger

121cm (W) x 101cm (H)

professional quality acrylic paint on gallery wrapped thick edge canvas. Varnished, sides painted, ready to hang unframed.

A$3,250

The Reckoning 1

ByPuppa J

110cm (W) x 110cm (H)

Hand painted Acyrilic on canvas

A$2,420

Cookin Crayfish on the beach

ByAnnakie Jordaan

76cm (W) x 76cm (H)

Mixed media

A$680

Painted on 300 grams Saunders 100% cotton paper, Hand made British paper with deckled edges on all four sides, which can be a nice feature for floating frame.
Painted after the photo of a person wearing big fur coat.

Portrait of a Man in Fur Coat

ByTony Belobrajdic

38cm (W) x 56cm (H)

Painted on 300 grams Saunders 100% cotton paper, Hand made British paper with deckled edges on all four sides, which can be a nice feature for floating frame.

A$680

Embrace the Indigenous Creativity - Explore Aboriginal Art
This mixed media artwork on canvas is a profound expression of Indigenous creativity. It blends various materials and techniques to produce a piece rich in texture and depth. The artist's vibrant colors create a dynamic visual experience that captivates the senses. To enhance the artwork's aesthetic appeal, the artist used Liquitex Soft Gel, which increases gloss, depth, and transparency while enriching the paint's texture and finish. The artwork comes ready to display with its canvas stretched and a signed certificate of authenticity.

BARUNGGUM YARNING 3

ByCynthia Farr Baruŋgam

50cm (W) x 40cm (H)

High quality mixed media with Gloss Varnish on Cotton Canvas, Stretched ready to hang with painted sides FRAME NOT INCLUDED

A$750

A woman wearing a magnificent blue hat with plumes of blue and gold and a saree. her hair is painted in bright blue and gold and white

Peacock Feather Carnevale via Ascot- Individualism

ByDilrukshi Mendis

40cm (W) x 60cm (H)

Acrylic on stretched canvas

A$600

Portrait of boy with crimson dianthus carnations veiling his eyes and wrist

Veiled Hellebores - Florallegory II Ed. 1 of 20

ByNatalie Finney

42cm (W) x 59.4cm (H)

Giclée print on 100% cotton museum grade paper 310gsm (Acid Free & certified)

A$250

Photo realistic Porsche 911 and raven on white background

Backseat Driver

ByRob REK

120cm (W) x 60cm (H)

Synthetic Polymer Paint on canvas

A$7,500

A soft green paddock with Australian grasstrees and mallees and a pink sky.

The Home Paddock

ByLydie Paton

43cm (W) x 43cm (H)

Acrylic, charcoal, pencil and oil on Canvas

A$490

Brick

ByDarren King

40.5cm (W) x 30.5cm (H)

Acrylic paint, gouache and recycled paper collage on stretched canvas.

A$460

Drifters

BySara Roberts

102cm (W) x 130cm (H)

oil on canvas

A$5,150

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Ocean Bloom 3

ByMahalia Mabo

76cm (W) x 51cm (H)

Acrylic on canvas

A$2,250

Mahina

ByAmanda Skye Mulder

76cm (W) x 76cm (H)

Acrylic on stretched canvas ready to hang

A$1,400

Beach people, Seagulls in flight, Beach life, Beach holidays, Summer holidays Beach art,

Incoming Seagulls

ByBen Musgrove

93cm (W) x 93cm (H)

Acrylic on canvas

A$1,090

Interpretative Dance - The N° 33

ByGlenn Shaw

51cm (W) x 61cm (H)

Acrylic paint on Canvas. Clear varnish.

A$1,590

Dog running fast with paws off the ground and flapping ears. Textured paint and vibrant colours.

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A Running Spaniel - Dog

ByJos Coufreur

95cm (W) x 70cm (H)

Acrylic on heavy duty canvas

A$2,800

Colours of the Outback

ByPuppa J

101cm (W) x 101cm (H)

Textured painted with a knife and brush

A$1,940

An impressionistic view of the Australian landscape with gum trees and rocks surrounding a small creek.

Australian Landscape - Rocky Creek

BySusan Trudinger

61cm (W) x 61cm (H)

professional quality acrylic paint on gallery wrapped thick edge canvas. Varnished, sides painted, ready to hang unframed.

A$950

Man with his dog on the beach, Beach walks with dog, Beach people, Beach life, Walking the dog at the Beach.

Mornings With The Dog

ByBen Musgrove

95cm (W) x 95cm (H)

Acrylic on Board

A$1,090

Square canvas, Modern floral in blues, cream, orange, peach, lilac, greens and earthy tones with chunky paint and textural brushstrokes.

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Blue Passion - Framed textural flower on charcoal coloured background - 33x33cm

ByJen Shewring

33cm (W) x 33cm (H)

Acrylic paint on framed stretched canvas ready to hang

A$450

Gone to

VIC

Gone to VIC

Three small colourful fishermen's boats in the foreground where the sun set across the blue waters. Two seagulls approaching the boats to explore for leftover catch of the day.

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Exploring for leftovers

ByAnnakie Jordaan

40.5cm (W) x 40.5cm (H)

Acrylic

A$430

Family Portrait 2

ByTony Belobrajdic

90cm (W) x 48cm (H)

Schmincke acrylic paints. Loose clear primed linen on front and gesso on the back of painting.

A$1,920

Adaption

ByPuppa J

92cm (W) x 92cm (H)

Hand painted Acyrilic on canvas

A$1,630

Hi everyone, here is a painting of a purple tropical water lily amongst the beautifully shaped richly green lily pads thriving in nature. It was a bonus to be able to capture the fascinating light on the day. It comes with a grey wooden frame to highlight this piece. Thank you so much for all your support. xxx

Royalty and majesty

ByUma Barry

52.5cm (W) x 49.5cm (H)

Oil on canvas board with frame.

A$990

Dressed to Kill - N°11

ByGlenn Shaw

51cm (W) x 61cm (H)

Acrylic on Canvas. Clear varnish.

A$1,590

{Award Update}

Jan 2024 – A Thousand Ways to Love (2023) has received an award as the Highly Commended artwork in The Victorian Artists Society SUMMER EXHIBITION.

Award ceremony Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1G0dFqH6HJE

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{Press and Media Coverage:}

1.*Jan 2024–Artist Hsin Lin’s solo exhibition ‘Blossoms of Life' is featured on Victorian Artists Society News.

2.*Jan 2024–Migrant artist inspired by Australian flowers. HSIN LIN’s interview. Published by AMES Australia.

3.*Jan 2024–Director Lu Visits VAS to attend the Exhibition ' Blossoms of Life' by Renowned Australian artist Lin Hsin. Published by Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, Melbourne, Australia.

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Original artwork info:

A Thousand Ways to Love – Acorn Banksia, Eucalyptus, Amaranthus, Celosia Cristata and Yellow Everlastings
By HSIN LIN
18/12/2023
Artist Acrylic on Acid-free stretched gallery-wrapped canvas. Signed at the front and ready to hang.
Artwork painted extends to all side panels.
D rings and wire are attached at the back.
Comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Sealed with clear varnish spray.
76.2cm (W) x 91.4cm (H) x 3.5cm (D)
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Affirmation: While there are a thousand ways to say I love you, my strongest love language is always acts of service.
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To experience the seasons, it has become a routine of mine to paint the first bloom around my surroundings, during its flowering season.
This is my depiction of the gorgeous bouquet that was gifted to me by my family and family members overseas as a surprise, during the opening night of my solo exhibition - Bloom Like Flowers, presented by Maroondah City Council at Maroondah Federation Estate Gallery. (Melbourne, Australia) Even the galley curators kept a secret till I saw a large, breathtakingly beautiful bouquet with the crowd during the opening.
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I was overwhelmed by a surge of various emotions. Words could not describe how happy and grateful I am for all the love and support I received. Sometimes the strongest love may be left unsaid but presents itself loudest in action.
Therefore, I chose to express it in the best way I could think of - with my paint brushes and canvas.
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All the native blossoms bloom gloriously. A precious memory that I will cherish forever. Therefore, I have the title - A Thousand Ways to Love, to say I love you, for this particular artwork.
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I started this artwork around Dec 2022. It’s been a long journey, sunny days and rainy days. To depict the different textures of those special native flowers correctly, somedays I even had to start all over if I wasn’t satisfied with the outcome the day before. Some of the tepals are velvety, some are furry, and some have woody, rough surfaces or relatively firm textures.
The process wasn’t an easy task but It’s a challenge that I always enjoyed. The flowers I painted during day sometimes appear in my dreams. After 12 months of production time, I finally had it completed on Dec 2023.
Here I present you the latest piece from my award-winning/signature series -Bloom like Flowers.
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BANKSIA prionotes, a species of shrub or tree of the genus Banksia in the family Proteaceae, also known as Acorn Banksia or Orange Banksia. In the Language of Flowers, Banksia symbolizes rebirth, regeneration and new beginnings.
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Amaranthus, with tiny flowers blooming in cascading clusters creating a weeping effect, is considered a symbol of immortality due to its longevity.
The name Amaranthus came from the Greek “amarantos”, meaning “unfading”, which also describes the vivid colours of the flowers that can last for weeks while on the plant.
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Dracula Celosia, formerly Celosia cristata, also known as cockscomb, is the crested variety of the species Celosia argentea.
The unusual shape and richly-hued blooms of the flower is not the only reason why it stands out, it’s also believed that celosia is a good omen.
Celosia is a symbol of boldness. If you want to wish someone courage, gifting Celosia to the person you care about will send the right message. Celosia flowers also stand for affection, love, individuality, partnership, resilience, and strength.
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Yellow Paper Daisy, also known as Sticky Everlasting, Shiny Everlasting, or Golden Everlasting.
Yellow Daisy stands for youthful beauty and gentleness. Some people look at the daisy to be a symbol of good luck. However, the most popular meanings attached to the daisy are - loyal love, innocence, and purity.
As for my all-time favourite - Eucalyptus flowers and gum nuts stand for Healing and Protection.
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Flowers always bloom in their own time without competing with other flowers. May we all bloom in our time in the best season. Hope you enjoy this artwork of mine.
Artwork inspired by nature in Ringwood, Australia, Summer 2023. -HSIN LIN
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Enjoy the time-lapse video of this artwork please visit:
https://youtu.be/pXOA7ZFS79g
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-Bloom like flowers -
Hsin Lin’s series Bloom Like Flowers explores the process of blooming and our connection to nature.
The signature series features meticulously detailed acrylic paintings that celebrate native and common flora and wildlife and highlight the ecologies and habitats that support and connect them.
Hsin Lin’s professional background in fashion design informs her skill and ability to capture the organic textural details of these subjects. Through sensitive observation and illustration every petal, facet or filament is rendered on canvas.
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Solo Exhibition :
- 11 - 22 Jan 2024 - HSIN LIN Solo Exhibition- Blossoms of Life at VAS McCubbin Gallery. Invited by The Victorian Artists Society.
Exhibition Vlog : www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBbQxX5zfGU
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Exhibition :
22nd- 30th June 2024 Camberwell Art Show
26 Jan– 5 Feb 2024 VAS SUMMER SELECT EXHIBITION at The Victorian Artists Society.

A Thousand Ways to Love – Acorn Banksia, Eucalyptus, Amaranthus, Celosia Cristata and Yellow Everlastings - Award- winning Artwork Plus Featured In Press

ByHSIN LIN

76.2cm (W) x 91.4cm (H)

Artist Acrylic on triple primed gesso acid free stretched gallery wrapped canvas. Sealed with varnish. Signed at front and ready to hang. Comes with certificate of authenticity. Artwork painted extend to all Sides.

A$29,800