Melanie’s paintings of creeks, coastlines, and rainforests capture familiar scenes from the artist’s life. Her practise continues on the grand narrative of Australian landscape painting where she uses broad brushstrokes, rich colours and contrasting light to reflect the vibrancy of Australia presenting an energetic picture of this immense island. ‘Wednesday Night, Seal Rocks’ is a nightscape painted rapidly, capturing the familiar feeling of anticipation and movement felt at the end of a long drive and arriving at a holiday destination. This moment, getting a glimpse of where you’re headed, through trees or paths is a recurring theme in her work.
