War Notes

Oil, Canvas, Ready to hang

500cm (W) x 200cm (H) x 7cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included

Ready to hang

A$27,000

Arrives 14–16 Sep

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Artwork Description

"War Notes". 5mtr width x 2mtr height x 7cm depth. Oil on canvas.
This impressive large painting is a tribute to all Australian Defence Force personnel past and present.

It incorporates the bright colours of 7 distinguished medals. Iraqi bank notes are partly hidden under the top layer of oils which relate to the one of the distinguished medals and are a part of this amazing story painting. A suit scraping jacket was used in the final painting process, revealing pure white paint (left top corner). This was initiated live in front of an audience to complete the painting in it's final stages. A completely raw and unprocessed technique. This painting acknowledges all Australian Defence Force service personnel both active and non-active. Your story's are all very important!

This unique painting comes with 2 other artworks, a framed signed painted suit scraping jacket in a white glass frame and an original Iraq bank note with a unique story to tell in which the painting was based on.

Artist Bio

Haydn Englander-Porter is an Australian contemporary artist known for creating large, dramatic, abstract and figurative paintings.
His artworks feature in beautiful galleries, open living spaces and hang on the walls of corporate businesses around the world. A visionary artist whose works transcend conventional boundaries to explore the profound depths of human experience and the natural world. His art serves as a bridge between the tangible and the ethereal, inviting viewers to embark on a journey of introspection and discovery. Through a masterful blend of colours, form and texture, he creates art pieces that resonate with emotional intensity and intellectual curiosity. Haydn's dedication to the world of art is evident in every stroke of his brush and every detail of his compositions.

Originating from Melbourne, Australia, Haydn studied at the Melbourne School of Art then furthered his studies in Architectural rendering and perspective. He now resides and works from his studios on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia, also producing in England and The United States of America (New York City). With a career spanning over three decades, he has continually evolved his artistic practice both locally and internationally, drawing inspiration from a diverse range of sources including nature, philosophy, travel and personal narrative. His work is celebrated for its dynamic interplay of light and shadow, its intricate layering, and its ability to convey complex themes with clarity and grace.

Haydn Englander-Porter is widely recognised for his “Blue Trees" series of artworks, butterflies and bird paintings, and large-scale abstract artworks using mediums of both acrylics and oils. He also works with a mix of oil stick, oil and acrylic paints, seeking to create bold colours and wildly imaginative fragmented facial compositions blending surrealism with abstract cubism.
He is a yearly contender in the Australian Archibald Prize portraiture competition and his commitment goes beyond the canvas; he is deeply engaged in the artistic community, frequently collaborating with various galleries and always looking at collaborative projects. He believes in the transformative power of art and strives to create pieces that not only captivate the eye but also speak to the soul. Through his relentless pursuit of excellence and his unwavering passion for creativity, Haydn has firmly established himself as a dedicated and influential figure in the contemporary art world. He says; “Art is about life, we live it, we breathe it, it’s everywhere and I just want the world to know my work”.

Commissions

Haydn's studio is in Brisbane, Australia