When Flowers Dance

When Flowers Dance is a vibrant, expressive floral still life that celebrates colour, movement and the emotional lift flowers bring into a space. Rather than focusing on realism, Rebecca Hayes paints the energy of a bouquet — petals opening, colours shifting, and forms moving in rhythm across the canvas.

Built in layered passages of acrylic, collage and intuitive line work, the composition balances structure with spontaneity. Rich reds and warm yellows are anchored by the cool blue of the vase, while drips, textures and drawn marks create a sense of life unfolding in real time.

This work invites joy. It is ideal for collectors who love contemporary florals, bold interiors and artworks that feel alive with warmth and personality. A statement piece that suits living areas, creative studios or anywhere colour is welcome.

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Hello, and thank you for being here — it truly means a lot to me that you’ve taken the time to connect with my work.

I create layered mixed media pieces that explore resilience, serenity, and our deep connection with the natural world. My art is a response to the chaos of modern life — an invitation to pause, breathe, and rediscover the quiet strength that lies beneath the noise.

I live in the Mid West of Western Australia with my mum and my two beautiful, crazy teenagers. Together with our loyal dog Tilly and our hilarious, sensitive goat Charlie, we enjoy a life surrounded by an extraordinary landscape. We are grateful every day to live among the trees and to be greeted each morning by the songs of birds. This connection to place and nature flows into everything I create.

My process begins with words — writing and mark-making that capture how I feel and what I give myself permission to be. These become the unseen foundation of each work. From there, I build layer upon layer using collage, acrylic paint, acrylic ink, oil pastel, chalk pastel, and finally oil paint. Each medium adds its own voice, creating depth and movement while balancing energy with stillness.

The landscapes of Western Australia — from the ancient forms of the Kimberley to the delicate resilience of native flora and birdlife — continually inspire me. These elements ground my practice in place while also carrying universal themes of endurance, connection, and renewal.

My work has been exhibited in group shows, and each piece is presented with care — professionally mounted, framed, and ready for display in homes, galleries, and collections.

At its heart, my art is about offering sanctuary: a moment of reflection and calm within the layers of life. I hope each piece carries with it the same sense of stillness and quiet joy that I find in creating it.

In stillness and joy,
Rebecca