Gazing into Stillness

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Artwork Details

Medium Oil, Canvas, Ready to hang
Dimensions 39.8in (W) x 19.7in (H) x 0.8in (D)
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Artwork Description

This painting was a finalist in the Henry Jones Art Award 2022.

There is an absence of movement; my gaze is greeted by absolute stillness as I stare out across the Tamar Island wetlands. The lack of sound is occasionally broken by the call of a native bird that inhabits the region. It is hard to look at this landscape without feeling the impact of its presence; I experience moments of wonderment and a profound sense of connection to place.
Through my arts practice I seek to capture the moody beauty that Tasmania offers for many months of the year. The cold winter can feel prolonged, but the quintessential appeal of nature brings back a sense of calmness and longing.

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Artwork pictured in rooms/frames as in-situ suggestion only.

Artist Bio

Brooke van Ruiswyk has garnered recognition for her profound exploration of the Tasmanian landscape, rooted in her family’s farming heritage spanning generations. Her delicate yet powerful paintings, often crafted meticulously with oil on canvas, beckon viewers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of textures and hues that define her evocative works.
Brooke has been a selected finalist in numerous prestigious art prizes since 2008, including The Glover Prize in 2023, 2024 and 2026. She was also awarded Highly Commended for Landscape in the 2025 Doyles Award, announced winner of The Henry Jones Art Prize People’s Choice Award in 2024, and achieved The Zonta International Award for Young Emerging Artist in 2010.