Passage, Wiggley's Waterhole, Alice Springs, 2024, oil on board, 30 x 60 cm

$1,700.00

Passage captures a moment of serene calm at Wiggley’s Waterhole, located just north of Alice Springs in Central Australia. Created en plein air, this oil painting evokes the peaceful stillness of an outback morning, mere days after a powerful flood had swept through the area. Painted under a cloudless sky, the work highlights the contrast between the rugged rock formations and their reflections in the gently moving water.

The composition draws the viewer into the foreground and towards the distant bush, inviting contemplation. The delicate, gestural brushwork and warm, earthy tones reflect the quiet beauty and grandeur of the Australian desert, offering a fresh perspective on this iconic landscape.

Medium: Oil on board, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: Wiggley’s Waterhole, Alice Springs, Central Australia
Subject: Waterhole and gorge in the outback
Colour palette: Cobalt, indigo, ultramarine blue, yellow ochre, burnt umber, burnt sienna, Australian leaf green

Passage captures a moment of serene calm at Wiggley’s Waterhole, located just north of Alice Springs in Central Australia. Created en plein air, this oil painting evokes the peaceful stillness of an outback morning, mere days after a powerful flood had swept through the area. Painted under a cloudless sky, the work highlights the contrast between the rugged rock formations and their reflections in the gently moving water.

The composition draws the viewer into the foreground and towards the distant bush, inviting contemplation. The delicate, gestural brushwork and warm, earthy tones reflect the quiet beauty and grandeur of the Australian desert, offering a fresh perspective on this iconic landscape.

Medium: Oil on board, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: Wiggley’s Waterhole, Alice Springs, Central Australia
Subject: Waterhole and gorge in the outback
Colour palette: Cobalt, indigo, ultramarine blue, yellow ochre, burnt umber, burnt sienna, Australian leaf green

Artwork Specifications

Certification:
This artwork is an original contemporary Australian landscape painting, signed and dated on the back by the artist.

Art Gallery Quality Premium Materials:

  • Art Spectrum and Windsor & Newton oil paints applied over a Matisse Acrylic Gesso

  • Professional artist-quality plywood board

  • Tasmanian Oak framing with natural finish

Painting Dimensions:
30 cm (h) x 60 cm (w) x 0.8 cm (d)

How to Hang Your Painting:

This framed, medium-sized plein air landscape painting of the Australian outback is easy to install and ideal for display above furniture or on a feature wall such as an entryway. Best suited to a well-lit space in either modern or traditional interiors, good lighting enhances the full depth and vibrancy of the colour palette.

According to Australian gallery standards, artwork should be hung so the centre of the piece sits approximately 155 cm from the floor. Adjustments can be made based on ceiling height, surrounding furniture, and whether the space is used for sitting (like a dining room) or standing (like a hallway). To preserve its condition, avoid placing oil paintings in direct sunlight, as UV exposure may cause fading or discolouration.

Framing Details:
This original plein air oil painting is currently framed in Australian Tasmanian Oak in a natural finish, consistent with how contemporary artworks are often presented in galleries and private collections. It is fitted with professional D-hooks and wire for immediate hanging. Alternate custom framing can be arranged upon request.