Painting by Melissa Sundborn 60 Artworks Sold

Ghosts of the Forest

Oil, Other

63cm (W) x 53cm (H) x 5cm (D)

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Artwork Description

Again I have painted trees because they are magnificent and I love how nature displays her beauty while we can see the cycle of life continue around us. These Angophoras have stripped their bark to reveal ghostly white trunks standing out against the surrounding green foliage. The ghostlike trees appear to be gathering in a group waiting to frighten the unsuspecting visitor to the forest. The painting is framed in Tasmania Oak and ready to hang in any setting or room.

Artist Bio

I’m a Sydney-based artist working primarily in oils. I paint any subject that inspires me — often finding beauty in places or things others might overlook. Nature, everyday moments, and fleeting impressions constantly motivate me, and my goal is to capture a moment in time on canvas. Rather than seeking a specific narrative, I’m drawn to colour, light, and texture — qualities that oil paint beautifully brings to life.

Although I’ve always loved sketching and copying images, it wasn’t until my 30s that I pursued art more seriously, enrolling in a Creative Arts course at my local TAFE. Those classes in oil painting and drawing helped me grow in skill and confidence. While I still consider myself largely self-taught, that foundational learning gave me the momentum to keep exploring and developing my own style.

For many years, painting was something I did quietly for myself, fitting it in around work and family life. Now that I have more time to devote to my art, I’m excited to share it with others who appreciate creative expression.

I’m proud to have been recognised as a *Featured Artist* on Bluethumb and to have my work included in several of their curated collections — a wonderful platform that connects artists and collectors across Australia.

Thank you for taking the time to view my work. I hope it brings you as much pleasure as it brings me to create it.

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Melissa's studio is in Wollstonecraft