Where the River Meets the Sea

I hope to capture the spirit of the Australian landscape and share my experience of the natural world through my artwork. I believe that while spending time in nature or when looking at images of nature, we become aware of our own small place in the world, bringing a little perspective into our lives.
‘Where the River Meets the Sea’ is from a series of paintings inspired by the creeks and rivers of northern New South Wales.
Rendered in flattened perspective with strong silhouettes, and a rich cool palette, the composition evokes a contemplative calm. Through pared-back forms and balanced negative space, drawing from Japanese woodblock print traditions, this painting reflects a sense of natural harmony.
Where the River Meets the Sea is part of a new series of forest paintings inspired by the coastal lakes and lakeside forests of Arakwal, Bundjalung, and Yuraygir National Parks in northern New South Wales. This work reflects my ongoing fascination with places where water meets land.

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Karyn Fendley is a landscape artist based in Byron Bay in northern New South Wales, Australia.
Her artwork explores how we remember places we have visited, using simple yet evocative imagery to capture their essence.
Sumptuous, dramatic colour and flattened perspectives are hallmarks of her distinctive style, inviting viewers to experience familiar landscapes through a fresh, contemplative lens.
Recent series focus on the diverse environments of northern New South Wales and South East Queensland, including the coastal heathlands and serene lakes of Arakwal, Bundjalung, and Yuraygir National Parks, and the ancient, weathered granite formations of Bald Rock and Girraween National Parks near Tenterfield.