A Thirsty Country

This painting was judged and won FIRST place in the MARY VALLEY ART FESTIVAL (2024) ( abstract category). It was also selected as a finalist entry into the SOHO ART PRIZE (2024)
Sydney.
In "A Thirsty Country" I explore the profound relationship between land and water, capturing the essence of a parched landscape through abstract fluid art. The earthy golds, ochres and rich browns represent the cracked, sun baked earth, evoking a sense of longing and desperation for nourishment. The delicate white bubbles that float above symbolize the fleeting moments of hope and the elusive nature of water in a drought-stricken environment. This piece invites viewers to reflect on the fragility of our ecosystems and the urgent need for balance in our natural world. Through this artwork, I aim to convey both the beauty and the vulnerability of our planet, urging a deeper awareness of the impact of climate change on our landscapes.

"A Thirsty country" will surely make a statement in any interior decor, a real conversation starter. It has been framed in a beautiful white modern slim line floater frame which adds that touch of sophistication and luxury.
The artwork has been coated with 3 layers of archival varnish to help protect it from U V rays and also comes ready to hang with a signed certificate of authenticity.
The images you see here on your screen do not do this painting justice as the eye is in the detail which cannot be conveyed to its fullest. An original artwork that cannot be replicated.

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I push fluid art beyond the pour, beyond the patterns, beyond the expected!
Because fluid art isn't just about what the paint does. It's about what you make it say!

I am an award winning artist. Please see some of my achievements on my profile.
Coming from a family of artists, I have been surrounded by creativity and artistic expression throughout my life, which has significantly shaped my approach to art today. I am sure I was born with paint running through my veins and paintbrush in hand.
I was born in Sydney NSW and have been living on the beautiful Gold Coast in QLD for the last 16years.
I am an independent self-educated artist, across many diverse art forms including acrylic abstract art, Chinese brush painting, alcohol ink painting, bark pictures and over the last 6 years I have been challenging my spirits and exploring the many different facets and techniques of fluid art. My art style is modern contemporary/abstract, sometimes leaning towards impressionism and the techniques I use in this art form , have captured a new edgy perspective from the usual fluid art experience. I mainly use acrylic paints with polymer as a flow medium, although I also love to use alcohol ink as another medium.
As an abstract fluid artist influenced by impressionism, my inspiration and my artistic practice flows from my love of IKIGAI where passion, mission, vocation, and profession converge. My aim is to evoke emotion and provoke thought through vibrant and subtle colours and dynamic forms. The natural beauty of coastal and hinterland landscapes on the Gold Coast further fuels my creativity, allowing me to express my experiences and emotions through my art. I embrace the fluidity of life, allowing each piece to evolve organically, reflecting the beauty of existence and invite viewers to explore the depths of their own IKIGAI.
My artworks are held in private collections throughout Australia and abroad and have also been represented in many galleries across Queensland and NSW and internationally.

The pour is just the beginning!