Painting by Shelley Owen 1 Artwork Sold

Song of the Whales

Acrylic, Canvas, Framed by Artist

125cm (W) x 95cm (H) x 5cm (D)

Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A$2,650 15% Off Artwork

Framed by Artist

A$2,252
A$2,650 15% Off Artwork

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Artwork Description

This large-scale abstract work was inspired by memories of floating weightlessly on the ocean — suspended between sky and sea, held by rhythm and tide. Layered tones of deep blue move in long, fluid gestures across the canvas, echoing the quiet rise and fall of water. There is a sense of immersion here — of surrendering to something vast, gentle and steady. Subtle shifts in tone suggest depth beneath the surface, like distant currents or the low, haunting song of whales travelling unseen below.
I was drawn to the feeling of effortlessness — that carefree moment when time stretches and the body relaxes completely into nature’s embrace. This piece is less about a specific place and more about a state of being: calm, expansive, and deeply connected to the natural world.

Designed as a statement work, its scale invites the viewer to step in, breathe out, and simply float.

Custom framed in timber float frame
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity

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Artist Bio

Shelley is a contemporary Australian artist creating bold, gestural paintings inspired by her deep connection to nature and the memories evoked when we loose ourselves in time.

Her works are an intuitive interplay of sweeping brushstrokes, energetic marks, and layered textures — each piece designed to evoke a sense of connection and resonance with the viewer.

Shelley’s evocative paintings bring movement, colour and emotion into the spaces we inhabit, transforming interiors with a vibrant sense of life and presence. Commissions are welcomed, with each bespoke piece thoughtfully crafted to reflect the energy and essence of its future home.

Commissions

Shelley's studio is in Sunshine Coast