Painting by Lisa Rees 1 Artwork Sold

Verdant Reverie

Mixed Media, Canvas, Ready to hang

90cm (W) x 120cm (H) x 3.5cm (D)

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Artwork Description

Verdant Reverie is a contemporary figurative artwork depicting an elegant female figure from behind, wearing a dramatic gown composed of layered canvas elements. Created in acrylic and mixed media on canvas, the artwork combines painterly detail with dimensional canvas construction and hand-applied genuine 24K gold leaf.

Rich jewel tones of deep teal, sapphire, magenta, ivory and gold create a luxurious visual presence. The sweeping gown forms the focal point of the composition, with the layered canvas introducing structure, movement and depth. Gold leaf highlights flow throughout the dress, catching the light and creating subtle shifts in tone as the viewing angle changes.

The restrained background allows the intricate gown construction and elegant silhouette to take centre stage. Balancing fashion-inspired glamour with contemporary mixed-media techniques, Verdant Reverie presents a refined and sophisticated aesthetic.

Artist Bio

Lisa is an Australian contemporary artist and the creative force behind Luxe Wall Art by Lisa, a body of work known for its fashion-inspired aesthetic, painterly depth, and luminous metallic detail.

Her creative roots began early, with a deep interest in drawing, dance, and fashion. These disciplines shaped her appreciation for movement, form, and expressive elegance — elements that continue to inform her visual language today. After a period focused on family and a professional career, Lisa returned to art with renewed clarity, using her life experience to fuel a more intentional and confident creative practice.

Lisa works primarily in mixed media, combining fine art prints, acrylic painting, and hand-applied gold leaf foil. Her process is highly tactile and layered, with visible brushwork and metallic finishes that respond to light and shift throughout the day. Each artwork is carefully built to create a sense of depth, texture, and quiet drama within the surface.

Her influences draw from a wide range of sources, including Gustav Klimt’s ornamental richness, Salvador Dalí’s surreal dream logic, and contemporary fashion photography. These references come together in works that balance realism with symbolism, often featuring feminine muses, couture-inspired florals, and surreal compositional elements.

Lisa’s practice is grounded in craftsmanship and restraint. Colour harmony, composition, and material choice are thoughtfully considered so that each piece feels resolved and purposeful. While her artworks make bold visual statements, they are designed to live harmoniously within modern interiors.

At the heart of Lisa’s work is a belief that art should do more than decorate a space. She aims to create pieces that evoke emotion, invite reflection, and resonate personally with the collector. Through Luxe Wall Art by Lisa, she continues to explore the intersection of beauty, strength, and imagination — creating contemporary artworks that feel both luxurious and deeply human.

Commissions

Lisa's studio is in Sydney