Artist Staff Picked and Featured in Bluethumb Collections.
'Billabong Dance' by Bruce Peebles is a powerful abstract response to journeys through Central Australia, where colour, wind, and light are in constant motion. Viewed almost from above, the composition evokes an aerial perspective of a desert billabong — a rare and vital water source alive with energy, contrast, and rhythm.
Sweeping layers of ochre, rust, umber, and mineral blues surge and collide across the surface, echoing the elemental forces that shape the Australian interior. Fluid passages of paint suggest water carving its way through dry land, while moments of brightness hint at reflected light and life beneath the surface. The dynamic movement within the work conveys both chaos and harmony, mirroring the fragile balance of the outback environment.
The gestural black lines weave through the composition as a symbolic counterpoint, representing humanity’s instinctive desire to define, map, and control the landscape. Their presence serves as a quiet reminder of nature’s enduring power and resistance to permanence.
- One of a kind original artwork
- Finished with Artists Varnish for longevity
- This artwork is on a stretched artist quality canvas with gallery finished edges
- Contemporary finish that does not require framing
- All of Bruce’s original artworks are titled on the back
- All of Bruce’s artworks come with a Certificate of Authenticity
- Packaged securely in thick walled cartons using protective layering
About The Artist:
Bruce, an Australian contemporary artist, channels his profound connection with nature through diverse multimedia expressions. His art pulsates with energy and dynamism, mirroring the vivid hues and vibrancy of the Australian Landscape. Delving into the nuances of balance and harmony, he intricately weaves layers of acrylics, oils, inks, and glazes. Rhythm and motion define Bruce’s artistry, seamlessly intertwining realistic representation with abstract forms. His captivating works grace private and corporate collections across Australia and abroad, resonating with art enthusiasts worldwide.