Gumtree Series II #10 australian a relic of childhoods spent

a relic of childhoods spent in overgrown yards

I wanted the work to feel like a vibrant memory of freedom

where she pursued a Fine Art degree in painting at Monash University

she combines precision with storytelling to spark curiosity

to question what we’re seeing—to sit in that space between representation and reality

Gumtree Series II #10 australian a relic of childhoods spent30 x 42cm Original painting on Fabriano Artistico Hot Pressed Paper, 320gsm Acrylic and Mixed Media 2023 At home in Clifton Beach, Tasmania I am surrounded by monolithic gumtrees. These natives have stood for many years and everyday I'm astounded by their colours, texture and variation in tone. They are both strong yet soft, ever changing, depending on the time of day, weather and season. Observing them has been a daily ritual. These monuments have