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Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still life painting of …
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them.… — shown in a room setting
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still life painting of …
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still life painting of …
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A st… — artist's signature
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still life … — edge view
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still life pai… — detail
Three red apples sit together surrounded by a blue space reflecting the light that shines on them. A still l… — shown hanging
Painting by Catherine Miles 38 Artwork Sold

Three Red Apple Study

Oil, Wood, Framed by Artist

10.7in (W) x 9.2in (H) x 1in (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
$380

Artwork Description

I collected some fruit from the markets and sat them on a table outside on our upstairs veranda and decided to create an oil painting of them with a focus on capturing the delightful way the light was bouncing off them. I’m so happy with the outcome that this will be the first of a series of small fruit paintings that will sit beautifully and add a splash of colour in a living area like a kitchen.

Artist Bio
Photo of Catherine Miles
Catherine Miles 92 artworks | 16 Sold

Residing in the Northern Territory, I am privileged to live and paint on Larrakia Land. With its diverse mix of cultures and vibrant environment, the Top End of Australia provides a boundless supply of inspiration for my artistic practice.

A recent health scare with my husband caused me re evaluate my life, and in response, I have become concerned that the overwhelming, sometimes hysterical rush of modern life is causing society to lose touch with what really matters. My art aims to strip back trivial idealisms and attempts to reconnect with the authentic self, finding genuine value in experiences within our world. I create works that inspire positive energy and bring joy to others.

My recent practice is influenced by Impressionistic alla prima techniques. Quality oils are my medium of choice, which I use to create pixelated layers of colour, inviting individual interpretation while retaining realistic representation.

My accomplishments include winning over 20 Northern Territory-based awards and commendations for my work, including the prestigious Portrait of a Senior Territorian in 2019 and 2023. In 2024 I branched out from the Northern Territory and was a finalist in the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award at the South East Centre for Contemporary Art in New South Wales. My work has been collected as part of the Northern Territory’s Araluen Art Collection and is also part of private collections in America, France, Australia, and Timor.