Acrylic on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.
Signed on the back.
This artwork comes with an external frame
This is an original, one off, abstract painting on canvas that is professionally framed and ready to hang on your beautiful wall.
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I have reduced the price of this painting due to economic hardship on the local and world economy and my income. I am hoping it helps some buyers to beautify their homes in this current situation and be able to support a sole trader - artist (that's me), at the same time.
Prices will return to normal when the world does, whenever that is?
Originally $1690
Hope this helps...
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There is much here for your eyes to explore. The dramatic darks and subtle lights in this painting create an otherworldly feel. The background of the artwork has a soft focus, this together with the defined circular forms drifting daintily across the surface move the eye in and out of focus. The blurring effect I use creates an ethereal amorphous mysterious feel to the piece. The rich dark reds, maroons and pinks give the painting a rich warm quality.
‘Aqueous Field Coral Bloom XV’ continues with my fascination in the sublime beauty found in micro-worlds, biology, the sea and the effervescence contained within the waters of all life.
All the tiny fragments of the universe and patterns made by nature and of course I can never escape the Oceans pull on me. I grew up in and by the sea. Bioluminescent organisms, magnificent corals, seaweeds, algae, shell forms and all manner of sea creatures from my memories of Snorkelling around the back beach at Flinders and the many days I spend fossicking along the southern coast of Australia seeking inspiration and materials. The round forms and hues in this artwork are inspired by this sea-life and reefs, and in particular, seaweeds around Western Port Bay and the coral spawning events north on the Great Barrier Reef where these creatures bloom to procreate in all its magnificence.
The circles also relate to patterns made by light and nature. Beams of light and rain on surfaces like glass or a car windscreen. Or the photographic reading of light giving the ‘bokeh’ effect, a soft out-of-focus blur of luminosity. The reference to light is about creating a glow, an incandescence, a moment of illumination, something mysterious, magical and special amidst the dark, a glimmer of hope. I wanted to create something universal, sublime and beautiful for our collective memories of life and nature to ponder.
Many viewers feel a gentle freedom from this series of paintings. Uplifting and peaceful like being underwater watching sealife in the ebb and flow of the ocean.
But ultimately, what I enjoy most about my paintings is that they make people smile with a sense of wonderment and feelings of happiness as well as giving their walls beauty and a talking point for years to come.
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ALL PAINTINGS ARE VARNISHED with Professional Quality Artists Varnish, once they have been photographed. This gives a protective surface and an exquisite sheen that really makes the colours powerful & eye-catching.
The painting is on canvas wrapped around traditional wooden stretcher bars.
Professionally and beautifully framed in sustainable solid raw oak.
Ready to put on your wall with hanging wire on back.
Painting is signed and titled verso.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Jacquelyn Stephens is a Melbourne based artist who has been successfully exhibiting her paintings for over 20 years since completing a BFA in Painting at the prestigious Victorian College of the Arts. She has gained an extensive knowledge of Art, quality art materials, techniques and theory from working closely within the arts industries and in her own art practice. Jacquelyn works full time from her studio on the Melbourne fringe. She has had several successful solo and group exhibitions in commercial galleries and artists run spaces. Her paintings can be seen in many media publications and are held in private collections worldwide. Many of the key themes in her work have been informed by her interest in water, nature, science, the environment and the domain of medicine.
COMMISSIONS:
Jacquelyn is more than happy to create a unique painting for your wall.
ADMIN BITS
All images remain the copyright property of the artist, Jacquelyn Stephens.
Some interior images created by and courtesy of iartview and Artrooms apps.
Please note that Artworks displayed in rooms are for the purpose of illustration only and are not always to exact scale. They are pretty close but be sure to check the dimensions for paintings actual size.
Sold with a 'Certificate of Authenticity' on request.
FEEDBACK
Some lovely things collectors have said about my artwork sold online:
'Thank you again for such a beautiful piece xx'
'Beautiful piece! Prompt delivery and well packaged! Looks great on the wall for us to enjoy!'
'Fantastic! Thanks for such an easy transaction 5Star'
'Beautiful! A+++'
'Absolutely fantastic! Beautiful painting. Great communication and packaging A+++'
‘I wanted to let you know that Bioluminous Storm Surge III arrived safely this afternoon.
I cannot tell you how much I love it. It is ethereal and mesmerising and exquisite. I’ve attached a couple of photos of where it is now hanging. I am completely lost in it!
Thank you so, so much for this beautiful piece’.