Australian Bush

He Restores My Soul

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$1890

On The Great North Walk, there is this amazing spot where you come out of this dense, dark tree covered area and you step into the light.
As I battled through my overthinking this past week, this painting took me through the journey also. It really felt like I was in the darkness and I needed to see the hope and light on the other side.
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing . He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside still waters, he restores my soul.


Acrylic on canvas
121 x 91cm

Signed on the front.

Grateful

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$1900
I have always tried to be grateful to be surrounded by such spectacular beauty so close to home, but recently I learnt that lower socioeconomic areas are likely to have less green spaces available to them. In my ignorance I hadn’t realised it was also a sign of privilege.
How often do we take for granted the beauty that surrounds us? How do we make these spaces more common, available and accessible for everyone?
This painting is based on a section between Galston gorge and Crosslands along the great north walk. It is such a beautiful bushwalk!
Let us not take this privilege for granted and be grateful.

61 x 91cm
Acrylic on canvas


Grateful Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print


I have always tried to be grateful to be surrounded by such spectacular beauty so close to home, but recently I learnt that lower socioeconomic areas are likely to have less green spaces available to them. In my ignorance I hadn’t realised it was also a sign of privilege.
How often do we take for granted the beauty that surrounds us? How do we make these spaces more common, available and accessible for everyone?
This painting is based on a section between Galston gorge and Crosslands along the great north walk. It is such a beautiful bushwalk!
Let us not take this privilege for and be grateful.

Various sizes available


One Day in Galston

Commission, Sold

Australian gum trees intrigue me. I love their wacky shapes, angles and colours. I love that they each have their own unique story of the lives they have lived, battered by storms and fires, but uplifted by sunshine, each with its own battle wounds and scars. I find it intriguing that we love the differences in trees but so often dismiss and fear differences in people. Our beautiful Australian landscape is enhanced by the beauty of our unique and wacky trees. Let’s learn from the trees.

One Day in Galston
Acrylic on linen canvas
2 x 1.5m (this one is huge)

Signed on the front.

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My Maggie’s

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$2350

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I love magpies! We have a family that regularly visits our garden. Most days I will see them foraging for worms. Their song is one of the most beautiful around. Every year they bring their babies back to our garden and it is so funny to see these babies, as big as their parents, squawking in the most unpleasant attention grabbing way, while waiting for their parents to feed them. I love these quirky birds. I love Maggie’s.

Mixed Media
This is a diptych, each painting is 91 x 61cm.
Total size is 182 x 61cm.


Our Scars

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$6500
I have acquired a new scar, it is quite a confronting one and a challenge to me wearing it. It has caused me to reflect on scars and what they mean.

Some scars we may feel embarrassed about, or we may feel disfigured because of them and yet scars are a part of our story, of the journey we have been on and the challenges we have faced; the things we have overcome.

Scars are a sign of healing.

Gum trees wear their scars so well. Their beauty is only enhanced by the damaged caused by a fire, the fallen branch, the wind twisted trunk; they wear their stories so beautifully and boldly.

They teach me there is beauty and strength shown in our scars.

Mixed Media on Canvas
140 x 140cm



One Day in Galston

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Australian gum trees intrigue me. I love their wacky shapes, angles and colours. I love that they each have their own unique story of the lives they have lived, battered by storms and fires, but uplifted by sunshine, each with its own battle wounds and scars. I find it intriguing that we love the differences in trees but so often dismiss and fear differences in people. Our beautiful Australian landscape is enhanced by the beauty of our unique and wacky trees. Let’s learn from the trees.

Acrylic on linen canvas

2 x 1.5m (this one is huge)



$5000

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Listen to the Birds

Commission, Mural, Sold

This is the first mural I have done in 7 years. It was such a privilege to be able to do this. I really value how art can change the experience for paitents. For some people doctors offices can cause tremendous anxiety and I love when doctors care to help. The doctors I did this for, are some of the kindest and most caring you will get.

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Look at the Trees

Commission, Sold

This one was a labour of love: a gift, to support my hubby and the kids in Learning Support.

School can sometimes be a difficult place for kids, especially the neurodiverse and I will be forever grateful for this school that understands that. They understand that sometimes kids need a safe place to escape to, to have a moment, to breathe, to be able to face the day again. My hope and prayer, is that this painting aids that.

Amongst the painting are all sorts of animals, quotes and of course a Lego figure 🙂

I hope they like it!

Look at the Trees

Mixed media on canvas

180 x 90cm

Signed on the front.

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The Family Tree

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I see trees like I see people, having different personalities with different life stories.

This, to me, is our Grandfather tree.
Under this tree all are loved and welcome. It doesn’t care if you are a bird, a person or a red back, brown or pink, immigrant or original, religious or atheist, gender defined or not. This tree welcomes all. Under this tree you can find rest, and shelter.
This tree can be OUR family tree.

This is a mixed media piece, with the background having prints of local leaves and grasses.

Signed on the front.

Mixed Media on canvas
122 x 91.4cm


$2650

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The Light in the Darkness

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I used to be really afraid of the dark, even as an adult. I am not sure what scared me so much, but with time I have learnt to appreciate the light in the darkness. We are so lucky to have the stars and the moon, to keep us company and they are so breathtaking. We also have the privilege of street lights! 
There are many beautiful gum trees close to me that when illuminated by the street lights seem to offer their own source of comfort and light. Their beauty is highlighted even more in the darkness. 
It reminds me to look for the light in the darkness and to hopefully reflect that light also.

The background of this piece has been made impressions from plants, using charcoal and marble powder to press into the painting.

76 x 102cm
Mixed Media



$1500

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The Trees of the Field Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print

I am obsessed with Aussie trees. I love to study them; their beautiful shapes and colours are so unique and stunning. I have realised that each one has its own unique beauty, just like people. They come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colours, each varying so much from the next. Why do we see differences in people as a bad thing, when the differences in the trees make our lives so much richer and more beautiful.
I love the trees and the lessons to be learnt from them when I take the time to look.

This is a mixed media piece, with the background having prints of local leaves and grasses.

Giclee print is on 100% cotton rag 310gsm, archival. 
70 x 53cm image (80 x 63cm with 5cm white border) 
Variable size is available on request. 
Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed. 
Signed and numbered on the front of the print.

This is a limited Edition Print, which will require framing. 



$460

The Trees of the Field

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I am obsessed with Aussie trees. I love to study them; their beautiful shapes and colours are so unique and stunning. I have realised that each one has its own unique beauty, just like people. They come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colours, each varying so much from the next. Why do we see differences in people as a bad thing, when the differences in the trees make our lives so much richer and more beautiful.
I love the trees and the lessons to be learnt from them when I take the time to look.

This is a mixed media piece, with the background having prints of local leaves and grasses.

Signed on the front.

Framed

Mixed Media on canvas
119 x 91cm painting
122.6 x 93.8cm with frame



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Berowra Creek

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The lockdowns caused by COVID caused so many problems, but also gave us many gifts. One of the gifts it gave us was time. Suddenly we had time; time to spend with family, time to explore our local area in a way we haven’t before. What a gift. 
I will remember this spot well, not only for the beauty and the peace, but also for the joy it brought us. My sons are adventurous and love to scramble and climb over all the rocks, no matter how slippery…well you can guess what happened this one time. A very soggy boy for the last hour of the hike, but what a place to fall in.

Acrylic on canvas
76 x 102cm


$2900

Berowra Creek Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print

Print on paper

Signed and numbered on the front.

The lockdowns caused by COVID caused so many problems, but also gave us many gifts. One of the gifts it gave us was time. Suddenly we had time; time to spend with out family, time to explore our local area in a way we haven’t before. What a gift.
I will remember this spot well, not only for the beauty and the peace, but also for the joy it brought us. My sons are adventurous and love to scramble and climb over all the rocks, no matter how slippery…well you can guess what happened this one time. A very soggy boy for the last hour of the hike, but what a place to fall in.

310gsm cotton rag 
Giclee, archival quality 
50 x 67cm (60 x 77cm picture with 5cm border); other sizes available on request.
Requires framing

Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed.

Exported from Metis Light Inspecto

$380

Benowie Track Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print

Print on paper

Signed and numbered on the front.

When can we go again? 
That’s what my youngest kept asking about this beautiful walk on the Benowie Track. He loved climbing over all the undulating rocks and the beautiful fresh clear water (which he sampled). I was absolutely fascinated by this tree that was thriving despite its circumstances and position (a good reminder 🙂). 
This walk was much longer than we expected 😫 but one of the most beautiful we have been on.

310gsm cotton rag 
Giclee, archival quality 
50 x 67cm (60 x 77cm picture with 5cm border); other sizes available on request.
Requires framing

Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed.

$380

Benowie Track

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$2650 SOLD
Winner of The Hangers’ Prize, Hornsby Art Society, Living in the Bushland Shire Exhibition

When can we go again?
That’s what my youngest kept asking about this beautiful walk on the Benowie Track. He loved climbing over all the undulating rocks, and we loved the beautiful fresh clear water. 

I was fascinated by this tree, with its rock entwined roots, that was thriving despite its circumstances. With the assistance of the life-giving water, it had made the best of its situation, adapted and thrived.  

Acrylic on canvas
76 x 102cm


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Lyrebird Gully Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print

Print on paper

Signed and numbered on the front.

There have been some benefits to lockdown; one of them being more time to spend with the family on mini adventures. 
This adventure was on the Benowie track, which is a part of the great north walk. 
Let’s just say it was more of an adventure than we bargained for, but over the four hours we took walking, exploring and wandering, we were so often caught up in the spectacular beauty of the place. We were all drawn to the mossy rocks and the water of Lyrebird gully, where the kids took off our shoes and enjoyed the freezing water. I loved sitting there watching the kids, feeling still, when so often life is not. 
What a privilege, amongst the difficulties, to have this time to share with family.

310gsm cotton rag 
Giclee, archival quality 
50 x 67cm (60 x 77cm picture with 5cm border); other sizes available on request.
Requires framing

Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed.

$380

Lyrebird Gully

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There have been some benefits to lockdown; one of them being more time to spend with the family on mini adventures.  
This adventure was on the Benowie track, which is a part of the great north walk. 
Let’s just say it was more of an adventure than we bargained for, but over the four hours we took walking, exploring and wandering, we were so often caught up in the specular beauty of the place. We were all drawn to the mossy rocks and the water of Lyrebird gully, where the kids took off our shoes and enjoyed the freezing water. I loved sitting there watching the kids, feeling still, when so often life is not. 
What a privilege, amongst the difficulties, to have this time to share with family.

Acrylic on canvas
76 x 102cm


$2500

SOLD

Finalist in Bluethumb Art Prize 2021

Flowering Gum Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition Print

During this period of isolation there have been some lovely moments. My favourite thing, has been walking with my family. Each day, rain or shine, we have gone walking or cycling and I have loved it (accept the cycling, I am the lady almost falling off regularly). 
During these times the kids have discovered the joy in photography, so while we walk we take interesting pictures along the way. It has brought a new observance of my surroundings that I didn’t have before. Right up the road we discovered these beautiful flowering gums. They were so breathtaking in their complexity and beauty. While it is difficult to capture what true beauty the possess it was fun (and time consuming) to try.

Giclee print is on 100% cotton rag 310gsm, archival. 
50 x 50cm
60 x 60cm with 5cm border

Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed.

$290

The Resilience Tree Limited Edition Print

Commission, Limited Edition Print

There is local tree in my neighbourhood that some might think is ugly. It has been planted in the wrong spot, under power lines and then been hacked at, time and time again and has grown into the most obscure shapes. 
But when I see this tree I am astounded and inspired. I have painted it in my art multiple times because I am fascinated by its beauty, by the shapes it has grown into as it has adapted to the life it has been given. 
This tree is amazing, it has lived for over my 40+ years, it continues to thrive despite its circumstances, no matter how many branches have been lopped off, no matter that it is bent sideways, no matter that it is at crossroads, no matter that its roots are bound by the roads and paths; this tree must have deep roots and a firm foundation. It stands strong in all its beauty, ugliness and awkwardness. This is a tree that I look at constantly and admire. 
This tree is by far the most interesting tree around. 

This is painting is home to 23 local birds and 1 iddy biddy lizard. Try and find them all.

The Resilience Tree was commissioned by and has been enlarged by Hornsby Hospital to fit a wall 4.7 x 2.8m, but this is the original painting.

It is not framed.

Picture size is 70 x 39.6cm 
Paper size is 80 x 49.6cm

Due to prints relying on specialist printing services, orders maybe delayed.

$320