Side Steppin

This artwork is one of a pair of drawings that capture the essence of youthful energy and grace. "Side Steppin" evokes a sense of balance and self-awareness. The warm sanguine tones emphasize her fluid and powerful movements whilst the flowing skirt fabric is a symbol of both freedom and elegance as it contrasts with the sharp defined lines of her form. There is both energy and calmness in this pose, inviting the viewer to reflect on the relationship between motion, grace and inner strength.
The drawing is protected by cold wax varnish, mounted to a cradled board with a floating frame. It is ready to hang.

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Peta Harvey is a Brisbane-based scientist with a not-so-secret life as an artist. After studying Ceramics at the Australian National University’s School of Art, her creative energy is now focused on developing drawing skills and exploring the freshness and spontaneity of ink and watercolour painting, often in combination with pen or pencil.

Peta exhibits frequently in group shows and has been selected for a variety of curated exhibitions. Most notably, she has been a finalist with her portraits and figurative works in the Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize 2022, Lethbridge 20000 Small Scale Art Award (2020-2023, 2026) with a Highly Commended award in 2021, Bluethumb Art Prize 2022, and Revival Art & Design Emerging Artist Prize 2023-2024.