Oil on Canvas Size: 95 x 180 cm
This work depicting a swimmer rising up from deep waters, alludes to the sense of a human being going beyond the ordinary and the limitations of what is considered normal.
Oil on Canvas Size: 65 x 76cm In tones of ultramarine and Viridian greens, a young woman enjoys a moment of quiet tranquility.
Oil on Canvas Size: 76 x 152cm Against a backdrop of shimmering desert heat, a woman looks upon the Australian flower, “Kangaroo Paw”, growing in its natural environment. Both are strong and resilient in the face of desert conditions.
Oil on Canvas Size: 90 x 90cm "Moonlight Posy" - In this work, Australian wild flowers are set against an ivory black background. This loosely bunched posy evokes a sense of the wild, sculptural beauty of Australia’s natural blooms while flecks of silver throughout the work hint at magical moonlit nights.
Oil on Canvas Size: 38 x 51cm Framed: 41 x 54cm Effervescence conveys the moment a young swimmer reaches the surface of the water as she ascends in a haze of bubbles.
Oil on Canvas Size: 40 x 30cm Framed: 43 x 33cm "Red Bikini" is an original oil painting on canvas by Liz Gray. In this small oil on canvas work, artist, Liz Gray has created a strong composition where the centrally placed figure connects two worlds. Beautiful light reflections dance on the girls curvy body, and contrast the two more muted side panels. Beautiful light reflections are seen on her skin, while her red bikini serves as a focal point, its colour complimenting the tones of viridian greens as well as accentuating her curves. This work will add interest to a smaller area in an interior or as part of a salon style wall of artwork.
Oil on Canvas Size: 46 x 36cm "Hot Day, Cool Spray" is an original oil painting on canvas by Liz Gray. This work portrays the contrast of the heat of summer with the cool of the ocean. One of the joys of a Perth summer, is to walk from a scorching beach, into the cool spray of the ocean.
Oil on Canvas Size: 41 x 31cm "Afternoon Walkies" is an original oil painting on canvas by Liz Gray. Simple rituals like walking the dog are part of life for so many of us. They add meaning and structure to our lives. People and dog watching on Leighton beach is also a summer ritual for Liz.
Oil on Canvas Size: 110 x 180cm The work reflects not only the joyful experience of entering a body of water but also the impact of light on colours. It is rich in tactile texture and there are areas of both impasto applied paint as well as layers of thin washes which work together to give a real a sense of depth.
Oil on Canvas Size: 175 x 210cm Ascend portrays a beautiful swimmer as she begins her ascent to the surface, following the path of light. The title also hints at the esoteric, and the work can be appreciated on many levels of meaning.
