Dawn
$800.00
“Dawn” was inspired by the beautiful autumn sunsets we have along the surf coast around easter. The soft blues and oranges in the sky complement each other, and create strong reflections in the wet sand. The twirling girl is a reminder to enjoy the peace and freedom of the beach. I love painting movement in fabrics, so many of my pictures feature young girls in flowing skirts and dresses, which capture the movement in the painting. I give all my works featuring children a name that depicts the scene and (where possible) the character. This girl was called “Dawn” after a friend I met whilst working in the USA, who had just given birth to her 6th son. I hope Dawn (the super-mum) still has time to dance along the beach now and then and connect with her inner child!
Artwork Info
| Artist Name | |
|---|---|
| Medium | Oil |
| Size | 60cm x 50cm |
| Artwork Date | 2022 |
Artist Bio
I am a self-taught artist, biological scientist (by trade) and mother of two, who has lived along the Victorian surf coast most of my life. I began painting in 2015, immediately falling in love with the versatility of oil paint on canvas for mixing different textures, vibrant colour and layering. I started painting seascapes that were inspired by my favourite local beaches.
My current style evolved after entering parenthood in 2018 and tuning in to the freedom of expression of our special little people as they dance and move in such a carefree way – unfortunately, something often lost as we become older. Adding children into my seascapes has allowed me to experiment with a combination of colour and reflection to enhance the movement of the figure’s pose.