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Oil painting of six wrens on a barbed wire fence in a background of long grass. One of the birds isgrooming itself.
Oil painting of six wrens on a barbed wire fence in a background of long grass. One of the birds isgrooming itself.
Oil painting of six wrens on a barbed wire fence in a background of long grass. One of the birds isgrooming itself.
Oil painting of six wrens on a barbed wire fence in a background of long grass. One of the birds isgroo… — artist's signature
Oil painting of six wrens on a barbed wire fence in a background of long grass. One of the birds isgrooming itself. — detail
Painting by Anica Amphlett 255 Artwork Sold

Half a Dozen Wrens on Barbed Wire

Oil, Canvas, Ready to hang

24in (W) x 7.9in (H) x 1.6in (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
$510

Artwork Description

Half a Dozen Wrens on Barbed Wire is an original oil painting and is ready to hang.

Inspired by the cutest of all Australian birds, the Superb Wrens. We were out in the countryside when I noticed them frolicking mischieviously on barbed wire, in the long grass, and knew it would become a painting sooner rather than later.

It's been quite a while since I've painted in oils, and the joy came right back as soon as I felt the buttery paint on my brush. It is such a pleasure to work with. The painting continues around the edges for a three dimensional look. The process is completely opposite to waterolours, which I enjoy immensely too, I guess this will be a good workout for the ol' brain.

The painting will be sent with Australia Post and will require a signature upon receipt. A certificate of authenticity is included.

Artist Bio
Photo of Anica Amphlett
Anica Amphlett 255 artworks | 164 Sold

Born in 1963 to Slovenian parents, I divided my first 20 years between Australia and Slovenia. My love for art took root in early childhood. I vividly recall the arrival of my first mail-order acrylic paint set and a "How-to-paint" book featuring a classic lesson on painting a fruit bowl. Discouraged from pursuing Art School, I relegated my dreams to a hobby and became self-taught.

At seventeen, during a visit to Switzerland to see a friend, I found myself with only 20 Swiss Francs. I chose to invest half in paper and paints. After painting all night, I sold three paintings the next day, which luckily saved me from a bind.

I've always been drawn to a variety of mediums—oils, acrylics, gouache, pastels, and lately, watercolors. My goal? To capture both light and emotion. I recall as a teenager pondering if paint could be used in such a way that it breathes life into a canvas. This curiosity has stayed with me over time. Each medium offers a unique avenue for self-expression, yet the subtle conveyance of emotion and vitality remains my never-ending challenge and aspiration.

I am inspired by Australia's vast beauty, the diverse landscape, colourful birdlife, amazing flora and fauna! I am mesmerised by the power of the sun and am in awe of great artists both past (Vincent Van Gogh) and present such as Thomas Schwaller and Alvaro Castagnet.