Marks of Time, West MacDonnells, oil on board, 30 x 80 cm, small.jpg
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Marks of Time, West MacDonnells, oil on board, 30 x 80 cm, small.jpg
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Corner of an oak frame on an original plein air oil painting
Close-up of a corner of an Australian oak frame on an original oil painting

Marks of Time, West MacDonnell Ranges, 2024, oil on board, framed diptych 30 x 80 cm

$1,800.00

Marks of Time is a dynamic plein air landscape painting created during an autumn morning at Ormiston Gorge in the West MacDonnell Ranges. The painting captures the interplay of light and shadow as the sun illuminates the dramatic cliff faces, accentuating the contours and textures of the rugged terrain.

The work features bold colour contrasts—rich oranges, deep blues, and crimson tones—that reflect the intensity of the outback’s natural palette. The vigorous brushstrokes employed in this painting bring movement and energy to the composition, while the semi-abstract forms evoke both the grandeur and the spirit of the Central Australian landscape.

Executed rapidly to capture the fleeting moments of shifting light, this artwork embodies the essence of plein air painting: the spontaneous, direct connection with the land, and the immediate experience of being in the landscape.

Medium: Oil on plywood panels, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: Ormiston Gorge, West MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia
Subject: Rocky outback gorge formation
Colour palette: Cadmium orange, crimson, burnt umber, ultramarine, cobalt blue, red gold, burnt sienna, magenta

Marks of Time is a dynamic plein air landscape painting created during an autumn morning at Ormiston Gorge in the West MacDonnell Ranges. The painting captures the interplay of light and shadow as the sun illuminates the dramatic cliff faces, accentuating the contours and textures of the rugged terrain.

The work features bold colour contrasts—rich oranges, deep blues, and crimson tones—that reflect the intensity of the outback’s natural palette. The vigorous brushstrokes employed in this painting bring movement and energy to the composition, while the semi-abstract forms evoke both the grandeur and the spirit of the Central Australian landscape.

Executed rapidly to capture the fleeting moments of shifting light, this artwork embodies the essence of plein air painting: the spontaneous, direct connection with the land, and the immediate experience of being in the landscape.

Medium: Oil on plywood panels, framed in Tasmanian Oak
Location: Ormiston Gorge, West MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia
Subject: Rocky outback gorge formation
Colour palette: Cadmium orange, crimson, burnt umber, ultramarine, cobalt blue, red gold, burnt sienna, magenta

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 oil painting on plywood 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.