Wondering Dreams - Framed in Oak (White)

Wondering Dreams - I don’t know why but this one makes me feel like I’m in that state between knowing I’m asleep but also not waking up because I’m dreaming and my mind is aimlessly wondering in my imagination. It’s kinda of a mindfulness state because you feel so present. I really should have called this one ‘Inception’ after the movie haha. I love it when my mind wonders, this is when I am most creative. This is where I imagine all my colour pallets and solve problems. Light, weightless and calming. I adore this one.

Stretched Linen, 80cm x 80cm.

Original Artwork painted on a hand stretched canvas by a local framer in Adelaide - South Australia. Floated in a hand made Tasmanian Oak frame. Framework painted white. Acrylic paint. Signature on front and back. Wire on back.

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Lena Baumgartner is self-taught and creates large scale abstract expressive works. Looking at Lena's works and you feel everything first - bold colours, soft gesture and the pulse of emotion. She creates thick, texturally brush strokes that you want to reach out and touch. She often pairs striking and contrasting colours together to provoke emotional responses when viewing her artwork from afar. Her practice is mood-led with restless days drawing in the greens and blues while frenetic days are filled with vibrant pinks or even muted neutrals. Sometimes the compositions are clean, other times they're messy and alive. She has actively participated in both solo and group exhibitions, showcasing her talent and unique way of mixing and blending colours on canvas. You can also see her artwork on the South Australian Renmark Gin brand - 23rd Street, Mulberry Gin bottle.