Earthed

Landscape is not only what you see. Over time, bushlands have been cleared to make way for various kinds of human activity and habitat.  That is the story of hopeful, dynamic and destructive change that we live amongst. What is 'natural' anymore about our environments is always in question, and not necessarily apparent. These artworks respond to the life of earth and forest, with a desire to imaginatively reconnect. 

They summon the busy, quiet symphonies of natural activity, of rhizomic growth and decay, of roots and branches, of rivers and gullies, of water moving through soil, of sunlit and subterranean life. They are made in the context of threats to the environment, but in the hope that non-human life can be resilient.

They are created with watercolours, charcoal or gouache, on high-quality Arches watercolour paper (300gsm). The painting style and textures are the result of many hours of experimentation with process, observation of my subjects, and exploration of techniques.  Whilst these artworks interpret certain scenes in way that is recognisable, they are also semi-abstract; materials are used in a way that tends to exceed artistic control.  Pigments and water are encouraged through movement of the paper to flow and mimic elemental processes. They aim to draw the viewer`s eye into this world, inviting contemplation of the magical life within our environments.

Once in your space, hopefully they will speak to you about the intricate beauty to be found, living its own life, all around you. These works on paper are ready to be sent to you.

Some are framed and some are not, so it is best to read the details offered and inquire first about any artwork that you are interested in.