Painting by Kerstin Freund 43 Artworks Sold

Elephant Pants

Oil, Wood, Ready to hang

30cm (W) x 40cm (H) x 1.5cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
A$500

Artwork Description

A small Thai girl stands barefoot in soft sand, wearing iconic black elephant-print pants and pink Crocs, her expression calm and quietly observant. She plays with the sand, while behind her, a rustic timber structure hints at village life. Painted with expressive palette knife strokes and earthy textures, Elephant Pants captures a fleeting moment of childhood in rural Thailand — grounded, gentle, and full of quiet presence.

Artist Bio

Nature has always fascinated me, and I have felt a deep connection to it for as long as I can remember. I am particularly inspired by the way light transforms landscapes and seascapes - turning familiar scenes into something fleeting, luminous and almost magical. These ever-changing moments captivate me, and through my work I hope to share that sense of wonder with the viewer.

​I am a part-time artist based in the Adelaide Hills, painting from my home studio whenever time allows. My art reflects the profound happiness I feel in the act of creation. Working primarily in oils, I strive to capture nature’s harmony and beauty in realistic scenes that still reveal the artist’s hand - brushstrokes, layered textures, and subtle marks that invite closer inspection.
I am drawn to the richness and versatility of oil paint, often using both brushes and palette knives to build depth and character. While grounded in traditional techniques, I remain curious and open to experimentation, continually exploring new approaches, mediums, and inspirations.

Above all, I hope my paintings offer more than a visual experience — I hope they invite the viewer into a moment of stillness, connection, and joy.