Banksia Glow #3 Kate Soady Art cascading energy of the water

cascading energy of the water that moves through them

Authentic Australian Art: Hand-painted by a local Blue Mountains artist

Acrylic on Canvas 185cm x 125cm white timber frame

This still life is a celebration of my love for our incredible and unique Australian flora and native birdlife

Banksia Glow #3 Kate Soady Art cascading energy of the waterI wanted to explore the architectural elegance of our native flora against the deep, quiet atmosphere of the bush at night. The dramatic black background allows the intricate details of the flower to singbringing those vibrant pinks, lime greens, and golden tips into sharp focus. I was particularly drawn to the rhythmic, upward reach of the leaves, which frame the bloom with a natural symmetry that feels both structural and alive. It is an intimate