BLUEBIRD OF HAPPINESS MINI 5 pink cottage

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A$320

Artwork Details

Medium Mixed Media, Canvas, Ready to hang
Dimensions 20cm (W) x 20cm (H) x 4cm (D)
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Artwork Description

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“So don’t you forget,
You must search ’til you find the bluebird.
You will find peace and contentment forever
If you will—
…Be like I, hold your head up high,
‘Til you see a ray of light and cheer.
And so remember this, life is no abyss,
Somewhere there’s a bluebird of happiness….”
— Extract from a poem by Edward Heyman.

This mini painting depicts a whimsical flower garden featuring a bluebird and pink cottage. Bluebirds are often known as the “bluebirds of happiness,” generally associated with joy, happiness, and harmony. The bluebird symbolises hope, love, positivity, and renewal, embodying the essence of life and beauty. While it may not always be immediately noticed, it patiently waits to be seen. In times when negativity can become overwhelming, this painting serves as a reminder of the many good and wonderful things life can offer.

This original artwork is the product of many layered hours, with each brushstroke guided by intuition, emotion, and a deep love for composition. The painting is developed slowly, refining colour, gaze, and form until it feels complete and resonant.

Crafted with quality materials and professional-grade artist colours, this piece is designed to endure well into the future.

• Varnished for protection and vibrancy
• Signed front and back
• Painted edges for a seamless finish
• Ready to hang with secure hardware
• Includes Certificate of Authenticity
• Carefully packaged for safe transport

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Artist Bio

💎 Bluethumb Featured Artist and Rising Star 💎

This collection is created with the hope that original Australian art can feel welcoming and accessible in everyday homes. The pricing is set with care—not as a strict measure of worth, but as an open invitation to bring artworks filled with memory, meaning, and lived experience into your space. In a world where so much feels temporary, these pieces aim to offer something lasting and emotionally grounding.

Guided by Henri Matisse’s belief that artists should keep evolving rather than stay confined by past styles or successes, this body of work reflects ongoing exploration. The variety of styles—from expressive realism and playful scenes to gentle abstractions and wildlife pieces—shows a willingness to grow and follow emotional intuition. Each painting aims to express feeling in a joyful, evocative way. Whether inspired by native flora and fauna, wide Australian landscapes and seascapes, or the freedom of abstraction, every piece seeks to create a meaningful connection with the viewer.

The artist’s practice is shaped by strong Fine Art training and continuous learning, bringing both skill and heartfelt intention to each work.

These artworks have been exhibited widely—from the Hunters Hill and Ravenswood Art Prizes to respected galleries across Queensland, Victoria, and online—and many pieces now live in homes around the world. Solo and permanent exhibitions reflect a commitment to sharing art that celebrates emotion, place, and connection.

Recognised as a Bluethumb Rising Star and Featured Artist in 2024, the artist’s work continues to resonate with collectors both locally and beyond. Many pieces have been warmly received in galleries and venues across Australia, helping weave art into everyday life.

To stay connected with new works as they are released, visitors are encouraged to follow the artist on Bluethumb and social media.

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Instagram, Facebook & Threads: @rosebasileart

Commissions

Rose's studio is in Sydney