Landscape painting of a desert waterhole in a gorge of red-orange rocks
Plein air landscape painting using discreet brushmarks or a red-orange rock formation around water
Neutral bedroom with king bed and pair of desert landscapes on the wall in blues and oranges
Original outback landscape painting of a gorge and water in an Australian oak frame
Corner of an oak frame on an original oil landscape painting
Close-up of a corner of an Australian oak frame on an original oil painting
Landscape painting of a desert waterhole in a gorge of red-orange rocks
Plein air landscape painting using discreet brushmarks or a red-orange rock formation around water
Neutral bedroom with king bed and pair of desert landscapes on the wall in blues and oranges
Original outback landscape painting of a gorge and water in an Australian oak frame
Corner of an oak frame on an original oil landscape painting
Close-up of a corner of an Australian oak frame on an original oil painting

Sunlit Face, Emily Gap, 2024, oil on board, 30 x 60 cm

$1,500.00 $1,700.00

Emily Gap, in the East MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, is usually a dry waterhole—but during my artist residency, I found it filled with deep, icy green water. The cool tones of the water sharply contrasted with the sunlit heat of the surrounding rocky gorge. Painted en plein air with bold, expressive brushstrokes, this artwork captures the shifting light and rich colour across sand, water, trees, and stone. The viewer is drawn into the scene, invited to explore the boulders and feel immersed in the tranquil desert pool.

  • Medium: Oil paint on a professional artist-quality plywood panel, framed in Tasmanian Oak and ready to hang

  • Location featured in the Painting: Emily Gap, East MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia

  • Genre: Contemporary Australian Landscape Art, Plein Air Landscape Painting

  • Style: Plein air landscape paintings are created outdoors, capturing natural light and the changing atmosphere. This technique results in expressive, dynamic brushwork that conveys spontaneity and a strong connection to nature, reflecting the artist’s direct experience of the landscape.

  • Subject: Waterhole and gorge in the outback of Australia

  • Colour Scheme: Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Umber, Australian leaf Green, White, Cadmium Orange

  • Features: This contemporary Australian landscape painting is characterised by a strong green and red-orange contrast, which draws the viewer into the desert environment. The forms and colours interlock through the visible and distinct brushwork to evoke an iconic outback scene.

  • FAQ Buying a Painting

Contact Corinne to arrange to view this painting in your home, phone 0432 922 653

Emily Gap, in the East MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, is usually a dry waterhole—but during my artist residency, I found it filled with deep, icy green water. The cool tones of the water sharply contrasted with the sunlit heat of the surrounding rocky gorge. Painted en plein air with bold, expressive brushstrokes, this artwork captures the shifting light and rich colour across sand, water, trees, and stone. The viewer is drawn into the scene, invited to explore the boulders and feel immersed in the tranquil desert pool.

  • Medium: Oil paint on a professional artist-quality plywood panel, framed in Tasmanian Oak and ready to hang

  • Location featured in the Painting: Emily Gap, East MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia

  • Genre: Contemporary Australian Landscape Art, Plein Air Landscape Painting

  • Style: Plein air landscape paintings are created outdoors, capturing natural light and the changing atmosphere. This technique results in expressive, dynamic brushwork that conveys spontaneity and a strong connection to nature, reflecting the artist’s direct experience of the landscape.

  • Subject: Waterhole and gorge in the outback of Australia

  • Colour Scheme: Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Umber, Australian leaf Green, White, Cadmium Orange

  • Features: This contemporary Australian landscape painting is characterised by a strong green and red-orange contrast, which draws the viewer into the desert environment. The forms and colours interlock through the visible and distinct brushwork to evoke an iconic outback scene.

  • FAQ Buying a Painting

Contact Corinne to arrange to view this painting in your home, phone 0432 922 653

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 .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.