Variegated no20

This intricate mixed media artwork is part of my Variegated collection looking at organic patterns found in plants at the microscopic level. The soft white wax wash allows the beautiful natural grain of the wood to show through, decorated with a scattering of cut paper in a mix of metallics and neutral tones. The calm, muted colours, focus on natural materials and organic shapes creates a Japandi style aesthetic. Japandi being a hybrid of Japanese and Scandinavian design, zen meets hygge if you like. At the heart of these works is the idea of embracing simplicity and celebrating the beauty of imperfections in nature, a core belief of wabi-sabi.

Artwork info:
♥ Wax, recycled paper and acrylic on board
♥ measures 45 x 61cm (aprox 18x24")
♥ ready to hang with D-rings and picture wire already in place
♥ certificate of authenticity
For other sizes and colours commissions are welcome.

About the Artist:
Brisbane based artist Jennifer Bell has been creating vibrant abstract artworks for over 30 years. An early adopter of online art sales, she transitioned from running a physical gallery to selling online in 2004. Today, her work is held in collections in more than 70 countries, with collectors drawn to her paintings for their ability to transform a space with both impact and subtlety.
Her art is designed to bring warmth, personality, and a touch of sophistication into the home. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, offering layers of texture and colour that reveal themselves over time. Whether you’re seeking a statement canvas or a smaller piece to brighten a corner, Bell’s work offers a unique blend of joy, refinement, and longevity - making a house truly feel like home.

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Jennifer Bell's artwork is an invitation to enter a world of colour, texture and detail. Her unique artistic vision stems from her experience of a rare neurological condition that enhances her perception of patterns and often over looked details in the world around us.

Jennifer's artistic journey is deeply intertwined with her experience of a rare neuro-ophthalmological condition that creates persistent visual disturbances. These disturbances are reflected in her work through a dynamic and energetic quality, with a bold colour palette and intricate details that invite the viewer to become immersed in the beauty of the artwork.

Appearing as a fine veil of dancing dots, flashes of light and kaleidoscopic colour that can never be turned off; it has been suggested that artists such as Georges Seurat, Van Gogh, and Yayoi Kusama, known for their innovative use of dots and patterns, may have also experienced symptoms of what has been termed - visual snow disorder.

Repetition is a crucial element in Jennifer's artwork. The use of repeated abstract marks and shapes serves to depict the constant visual noise she experiences on a daily basis. Jennifer provides a glimpse into her unique perception of the world through her art.

Inspired by the endless possibilities that arise when colours and patterns come together in abstract work, Jennifer's artwork also focuses on the intricate real life details and patterns that can be found in both microscopic and aerial perspectives. Her paintings are not just mere representations of her seemingly chaotic visual world, but a celebration that beauty can be found in even the simplest thing. Through her work, she hopes to inspire others to find joy and wonder in the the everyday, to pause and appreciate the beauty in the seemingly mundane.

She holds a degree in Fine Art and has a rich background in the art world, having previously run her own gallery in New Zealand's picturesque Wellington suburb of Island Bay. Today, she is a full-time independent artist working from her sunny Brisbane studio, and her work is represented in private and corporate collections around the world, from Australia and New Zealand to North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.