Escalator Escape

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$490

Artwork Details

Medium Watercolour, Paper, Framed by Artist
Dimensions 24.6in (W) x 32.9in (H) x 0.8in (D)
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Artwork Description

Every weekday, millions of us step onto escalators, trains and elevators on autopilot… straight into another day of meetings and deadlines.

When I painted this piece, I imagined what would happen if that everyday escalator didn’t lead to another shopping mall or office tower – but straight into the quiet of a forest instead.

“Escalator Escape” is my little reminder that we’re allowed to want more than hustle and fluorescent lights. We’re allowed to step off the track and choose trees, birdsong and stillness – even if, for now, it’s just with our eyes and imagination.

If you’re someone who lives in spreadsheets but dreams of moss and waterfalls, this one was painted with you in mind.

Where would your escalator lead if you could choose?

'Escalator Escape' won second prize at the 2026 'Outside the Lines' exhibition at the Port Community Arts Centre, Port Adelaide

Artist Bio

Christine Davis Art is a South Australian artist celebrated for her evocative seascapes and landscapes that capture the beauty, serenity, and atmosphere of the Australian coastline and countryside. Working primarily in oils, Christine combines elements of realism and impressionism to create paintings rich in light, movement, and emotion.

Her passion for art began at an early age, inspired by both her father and grandmother, who were landscape painters. After undertaking formal studies in visual arts, Christine refined her technique and developed a deep appreciation for oil painting, drawn to its richness, versatility, and expressive qualities.

Christine’s seascapes are especially admired for their ability to convey the movement, reflections, and ever-changing moods of the ocean. Her landscapes celebrate the rugged beauty of South Australia, featuring iconic gum trees, rolling countryside, and tranquil natural settings that evoke a strong sense of peace and connection to place.

Over the years, Christine’s work has gained recognition through numerous art competitions, exhibitions, and finalist selections, earning her respected awards and accolades within the Australian art community. With an expanding presence both online and in galleries across South Australia, she continues to grow her portfolio and further refine her distinctive artistic voice.

Through every brushstroke, Christine Davis Art invites viewers to pause, reflect, and immerse themselves in the quiet beauty of the natural world. Her work captures not only the visual essence of the landscape, but also the emotion and tranquility that make these places so deeply inspiring.

Commissions

Christine's studio is in Adelaide