Shrine Of Remembrance Melbourne

The Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, Vic was the last 'tourist' attraction we visited in 2020 when the pandemic hit and the subsequent lockdowns that followed. As a defence family posted to Melbourne at the start of that year, we were looking forward to everything this city offers, including Anzac Day and Remembrance Day.
I took a photo on this particular day in Melbourne. The sky was a beautiful vivid blue, yet dark clouds slowly hovered over the city as the cool change brought a solemn reminder of what was about to happen to the world and to this town in particular. My art is normally bright, happy depictions of life around me but in this case, I kept my palette to a minimum of colours to reflect and honour those who gave their all. The red matting is included but the black frame is not due to possible glass breakage. Ideal in a 14x11 inch frame.
Sales of this piece will be donated to Legacy Australia.
Thankyou x

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Hello everyone!
I have travelled far and wide with my husband's work for 20 odd years to numerous states around Australia and twice to the USA. I suppose you can call me a defence spouse, Army style!
It was during a posting to the US where I became the 'accidental artist', painting local scenes around Leavenworth County, Kansas and selling my art through word of mouth! This crazy journey has inspired me to continue my love for painting scenes throughout Australia
I feel my artwork is, by virtue, the colours I see and the lines that define them. My art is bright, bold, joyful, unique depictions of life around me through numerous journeys I've encountered in a nature loving form. I draw inspiration from female artists in Maude Lewis, Georgia O'Keefe and Heather Brown who created their own distinct styles and a belief in themselves
For me and my art style, I seek collectors who dare to venture into bright pop/ naive/ contemporary art.
I focus mainly on acrylics and black markers using small to medium size canvas or acrylic paper. Certain picture frames are repurposed and matted with love to reduce the landfill we humans love to create.
I want my artwork to be different, a little obscure, very animated, yet recognisable to admire.
I hope to bring a visual flair to those who adore creative, quirky pieces that express pure joy and an illustrative love of life around us. Your blank wall or tiny computer nook may need a dose of gladness to brighten your

Thankyou so much for reading xx
PS:- Some of my artworks have been removed for the upcoming SALA Arts Festival next month in South Australia. Catch me around if you can!