Brazil Dreaming

I'm back from an Italian (gelato-filled) summer, & I feel very inspired by all that sunshine & beauty. Here is a painting dedicated to a darling gentleman I knew from Brazil while growing up, whose cockatiel "Rizi" I would sometimes bird-sit. You can see the cockatiels scattered in the ground amongst the multicoloured foliage.

This painting is 31.5 " in diameter & is available for sale SOLD.

Anniversary!

8 years of marriage with this guy! 

The Falconer

On this beautiful summer day, a lesson in falconry is taking place near a tangerine-hued ornate little temple. The delicate sunset sky creates a multicoloured glow while the ground is laden with detailed azure foliage & bluebirds. Inspired by the incredibly intricate illuminated manuscripts of the Mughal empire. 

This painting is circular in shape & measures 39" inches (100cm, larger than usual) in diameter & is available for sale SOLD.

La Dolce Vita: The Orient

 I can't believe it's been four years since our move to the far east. I have found so much inspiration in the rich heritage that can be found in every beautiful detail, whether simple or intricate. I've had a really visually rich year; travels to Tokyo, London, Shanghai, Italy & Israel have inundated me with beauty from every side, & I'm bursting at the seams with curious new ideas for paintings. Can't wait for the next adventure!

Charmed, I'm sure.

On this fragrant Mediterranean evening, with all the grace of a ballerina; she is carefully picking orange-blossoms. Across the way a little bird perched on a cypress tree introduces himself to a curious observer. The delicate & intricate pattern of leaves, blossoms & birds in the ground is directly inspired by antique Chinese techniques of mother-of-pearl inlaid in black/wine lacquer. The multi-hued flowers glint & glimmer while catching the light. The sky consists of vivid gem-hues of turquoise fading into ultramarine blues. 

This painting is circular in shape & measures 31.5" inches & is available FOR SALE SOLD. 

Flora + Fauna no.3

A barefoot woman is riding her regal horse across a field of delicate petals & leaves in different shades of lapis, cobalt & turquoise; set against the backdrop of a luminous sunset in brilliant shades of vermillion, garnet & magenta. This horse is painted in the style of ancient Mughal empire miniatures found in the pages of illuminated manuscripts. 

This painting measures 31.5" inches in diameter, & is 
SOLD. 

Flora + Fauna no.2

An elegant mama & son are making their journey through a menagerie of exotic blooms, foliage, birds & animals. The vivid sky is set aglow in shifting hues of delicious aquamarines & limes. The pattern is inspired by the delicate tapestries of India & bold embroidery of Mexico.

This painting is circular in shape & measures 31.5" inches & is available for sale SOLD.