Tempestas

My inspiration for this artwork is based on my love for the power and beauty of a storm as well as dark and for moody landscapes. This abstracted impressionist artwork captures the essence of Tempestas, the Roman goddess of storms, who was believed to create each storm with her own personality and mood. I love the dark ominous clouds against the blue sky as well as the sense of turmoil and wildness inherent in the scene.

The artwork is unframed, ready to hang, and the sides are painted so framing is not required. Framing options can be seen elsewhere on this page. It is signed and stamped on the back, has the artist's name subtly in the lower right corner, comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and will be registered on the National Registry of Australian Art and Artists.

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"Art comes alive in the eyes of the viewer".

I am an Australian contemporary artist living surrounded by wildlife and natural bushland. As a self-taught artist I enjoy challenging myself and experimenting with different ideas and subject matters exploring the boundless possibilities of abstract and expressionism.

My influences are mostly from the stunning abstract and expressionist works of the mid-20th century. What I most enjoy about painting is the colours, shapes, patterns, brushstrokes and marks that one can use to create, or recreate, a feeling, an emotion, or just something fun. My approach is generally to reimagine the world around me and try to capture this on canvas. These re-imaginings can be inspired by objects, locations, nature and sometimes just ideas and concepts. Whilst I do sometimes create several paintings in similar styles, I generally feel the need to constantly evolve and not restrict my creativity to any one particular style. My art journey is all about embracing creativity, change, and new and exciting challenges. My mind is overflowing with ideas and the need to explore different works and push my boundaries.

I grew up in a creative family around the visual and written arts and although I principally worked in the information technology and scientific fields, I have experimented with a range of creative activities including sculpting, clay hand building, and glass fusing, before moving into watercolour abstract landscapes, and now abstract expressionism in acrylic. I am a member of the Royal Queensland Art Society, have displayed my art in many shows, and sold both nationally and internationally. Follow me on IG and FB - katehesslingart

I hope you enjoy my art.