The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — shown in a room setting The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — artist's signature The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — edge view The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — detail The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — shown hanging
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — shown in a room setting
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — artist's signature
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — edge view
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — detail
The roots of an big old tree wind through the earth it stands on — shown hanging
Painting by Melissa Sundborn 59 Artworks Sold

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92cm (W) x 92cm (H) x 1.5cm (D)

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Artwork Description

This is an earlier painting I did, reconnecting me with my passion to paint. A inspiration from a trip to Japan.

While standing at a well at a temple in Tokyo, this ancient tree provided shade for all. It was the magnificent root system that caught my eye. How long had this tree stood here for? How incredibly intricate and beautiful it was, staying strong and steadfast for probably centuries. This is quite a large piece and could sit as a feature on a wall.
I used a palette knife to build up the colour in the background.

Artist Bio
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Melissa Sundborn 172 artworks | 49 Sold

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