Ghost Gums Beside A Billabong

'Ghost Gums Beside a Billabong' Original Artwork by Virginia Hendren

Inspired by the quiet beauty of the Australian bush, Ghost Gums Beside a Billabong captures a moment of stillness beside a peaceful inland waterhole. The graceful white trunks of the ghost gums stand tall against the soft blue sky, their pale forms contrasting with the rich earthy tones and lush Australian greens of the surrounding landscape.

As a statement artwork, Ghost Gums Beside a Billabong brings the Australian outdoors inside. Its calming blues, fresh greens, soft pinks and earthy tones can breathe life and personality into a neutral interior, creating a vibrant focal point while bringing warmth, character and a sense of nature into the home. A unique collectible piece for anyone who loves contemporary Australian art.

Framed in a custom-made natural timber float frame. Hardware installed to rear or painting for easy hanging at home. Varnish has been applied to finished piece to seal and preserve the painting from UV exposure and dust.'

Artist signature is on back of painting. Comes with a certificate of authenticity.

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About the Artist: Virginia Hendren

Virginia Hendren’s creative journey began in the wild beauty of Far North Queensland, where rainforests, beaches, and creeks sparked her lifelong bond with nature. This connection continues to shape her art, with the land’s textures, colours, and untamed spirit deeply influencing her work.

Rooted in the Australian landscape, Virginia’s paintings explore more than just natural beauty—they capture the land’s quiet energy, spiritual presence, and stories. She views nature as a living force, and her art becomes a bridge between the visible world and the deeper, intuitive realm. Her work is a personal reflection of experiences in the landscape, blending memory, emotion, and intuition.

Travel, both across Australia and abroad, has enriched her perspective, inspiring compositions layered with texture, line, and colour that echo nature’s rhythm. Each piece is a visual diary—an exploration of thought, emotion, and transformation in the moment of creation.

Music also plays a vital role in her process, guiding her hand with rhythm and feeling. By translating sound into spontaneous movement, Virginia creates from instinct, allowing her art to flow freely and honestly. The result is a body of work that feels alive—expressive, soulful, and deeply connected to the unseen.