Modern Abstracts

Leave the literal behind with this collection of modern abstracts by Australian artists. Abstraction gives artists the licence to create, communicate, and express themselves free from the shackles of reality. Perennially popular, bold abstract art looks fantastic in modern homes.

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Curated by Amy Varley

Aboriginal contemporary art

Ocean waves 02

ByJessica Begg

50.5cm (W) x 50.5cm (H)

Acrylic
A$700

Waiting for the Rain

ByApril Ireland

103cm (W) x 103cm (H)

Acrylic
A$1,750
A blue and green abstract painting with uses of pigment stick for texture.

Superstar

ByIvvy Derman

53cm (W) x 63cm (H)

Acrylic
A$750

Gentle Rains

ByRose Clyne

112cm (W) x 86cm (H)

Acrylic
A$1,090
abstract painting with blue red and green

Foremost

ByCharles Hebert

53cm (W) x 53cm (H)

Acrylic
A$940
This artwork captures the deep, atmospheric essence of nature, where land, water, and mist blend in a harmonious yet mysterious landscape. Rich, earthy greens and browns create a grounding foundation, evoking the dense foliage and damp forest floor. A soft veil of white sweeps through the composition, resembling cascading water or morning mist rising from the earth. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth, making the scene feel both immersive and ethereal. The painting conveys a sense of quiet movement—perhaps the gentle flow of a hidden waterfall or the swirling air of an untouched woodland. Its abstract nature allows for interpretation, inviting the viewer to lose themselves in its organic forms and shifting tones, much like one would in the depths of a forest. This piece is a reflection of nature’s tranquil yet powerful presence, capturing the feeling of being enveloped in the wild, where time slows and the elements speak in whispers.
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Veil of the Forest

ByAlina Austin

55cm (W) x 65cm (H)

Acrylic
A$450

Rough and not quite ready

ByScott Thomlinson

153cm (W) x 153cm (H)

Acrylic
A$2,200

Now

ByOdessa Mahony- de Vries

101.5cm (W) x 153cm (H)

Oil
A$2,300

Void Space

ByJC Harris

50cm (W) x 60cm (H)

Mixed Media
A$650

Nature’s Palette

ByRose Clyne

101cm (W) x 76cm (H)

Acrylic
A$1,490

About the Curator

Amy Varley

Joining Bluethumb in 2022, Amy is an Art Consultant based in the Richmond gallery. She assists trade and corporate clients to fulfil briefs and source works for specific spaces and projects. With a background in Art History and a Masters in Curatorial and Museum studies from the University of Adelaide, Amy has a keen interest in contemporary art and a passion for helping collectors find works that they love.

Recent Curations

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Modern Abstracts