Same but Different

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A$550

Artwork Details

Medium Oil, Canvas, Framed by Artist
Dimensions 53cm (W) x 43cm (H) x 5cm (D)
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Artwork Description

While observing these pebbles washed up along the beach, I was struck by how similar they first appeared—mostly grey, smooth, and uniform. However, as I began to paint them, subtle differences emerged. Each pebble revealed its own variation in tone, shape, and texture, with the occasional unexpected colour breaking through.

This balance between similarity and difference became central to the work. Although the forms sit together as a cohesive whole, their individual qualities create visual interest and depth. The painting reflects this quiet diversity, suggesting that even within apparent sameness, variation plays an essential role in bringing a composition—and perhaps life itself—into balance.

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.

Commissions

Melissa's studio is in Wollstonecraft