The Centre of Attention

The Centre of attention, a magnificent protea is the center of attention, it's intense magenta colour and its unique shape is emphasized by the interesting foliage and flowers that surround it. Native Australian flowers are the perfect back drop to the protea. This painting is a celebration of the diverse flowers a foliage that are available to everyone. I used oil paint to capture the beautiful colours of these plants and their subtle colour changes. This painting would enhance any room, it's beautiful colours and subject matter would suit any decor.

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Helen Mortimer
Helen was born in Wahroonga NSW, after living in the picturesque Blue Mountains Helen’s family moved to the Central Coast when she was 8 years old. She has continued to live on the Coast as she enjoys the relaxed lifestyle and the natural beauty of the Central Coast region. Helen attended Newcastle College of Advanced Education and gained a Diploma of Art in 1980. In 1993 she returned to Newcastle University and completed a Bachelor of Art Visual Arts. Helen is a member of The Art Studios Cooperative which was originally situated at North Gosford and now at Ettalong Beach as The Bay Gallery. As a member of an arts cooperative it has inspired Helen to become involved in community arts projects as well as exhibitions on the Central Coast and Newcastle. Helen also participates in exhibitions at The Bay Gallery. Helen also exhibits with the Art In Sync group, which she has been a member of since 2007. The Art In Sync Group hold regular exhibitions in Newcastle and on the Central Coast.
Helen paints in oils and aims to capture the mood of her subjects, her work involves a combination of realism and areas of atmospheric colour that is achieved through blending the paint. Subject matters vary but there is always a message behind the work. Helen’s paintings often cause an emotional response from the viewer which Helen says is the greatest achievement.