Simone's love and enchantment for the Australian landscape is evident in the colour, freedom of application and raw vitality emanating from the intricate details in her mark making.
Simone's works become intimate pieces to invoke a sense of curiosity as she invites the viewer to explore a beauty beyond what they initially see.
'I am inspired by the beauty of the natural world around me. My love of gum trees, ocean pools and the Hawkesbury River make me feel so fortunate to live in a country where these are amongst us so freely. They are sacred grounds on which we can gain so much from.
The natural world provides such a continual source of inspiration for me and my art.
Over the past couple of years, I have been exploring the beauty of Eucalyptus trees, particularly their bark and figurative limbs. The variety of colours, forms, textures and shapes are truly magnificent when you take the time to stop and closely observe. Through this practice I invite my audience to view my paintings as a reflection on time and place; to stop and consider the world around us and notice its’ absolute beauty' - Simone Read