Desert Greening, West MacDonnells, 2024, oil on board, 30 x 80 cm, small.jpg
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Desert Greening, West MacDonnells, 2024, oil on board, 30 x 80 cm, small.jpg
Plein air painting of desert mountains covered in green grass with rocky outcrops in the mountains, blue sky
Plein air landscape painting of greening of the desert mountains using square brushes and pale blue sky
White sofa in stylish home with a contemporary Australian landscape painting of mountains in Central Australia, green after rain
Corner of an oak frame on an Australian landscape painting
Detail of Oak frame on an original oil painting

Desert Greening, Namatjira Country, 2024, oil on board, framed diptych 30 x 80 cm

$1,800.00

Desert Greening, Namatjira Country depicts the striking transformation of the Central Australian landscape after an unusual rainfall, which brought a rare touch of green to the typically dry slopes near Ellery Creek Big Hole. Painted on location in the West MacDonnell Ranges, this dynamic plein air diptych captures the interplay of afternoon light and shadow, where usually red-orange rocks cast cool grey-blue, green, and violet hues across the arid terrain.

With large brushes and expressive strokes, the painting conveys the desert’s transient beauty, inviting the viewer to witness the landscape’s momentary shift as the dry earth comes alive with new life.

Medium: Oil on plywood panels, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: West MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia
Subject: Mountain range in the Australian outback
Colour palette: Green, burnt umber, burnt sienna, ultramarine, cobalt blue, violet

Desert Greening, Namatjira Country depicts the striking transformation of the Central Australian landscape after an unusual rainfall, which brought a rare touch of green to the typically dry slopes near Ellery Creek Big Hole. Painted on location in the West MacDonnell Ranges, this dynamic plein air diptych captures the interplay of afternoon light and shadow, where usually red-orange rocks cast cool grey-blue, green, and violet hues across the arid terrain.

With large brushes and expressive strokes, the painting conveys the desert’s transient beauty, inviting the viewer to witness the landscape’s momentary shift as the dry earth comes alive with new life.

Medium: Oil on plywood panels, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: West MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia
Subject: Mountain range in the Australian outback
Colour palette: Green, burnt umber, burnt sienna, ultramarine, cobalt blue, violet

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:

  • Diptych, each panel measures 30 cm (h) x 40 cm (w)

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

  • Professional artist-quality plywood boards

  • Tasmanian Oak framing with natural finish

Painting Dimensions:
30 cm (h) x 80 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.