Wheat
Lisa Jayne Stiller
1210mm x 910mm /
Painting
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Highly Commended: Painting
I married a farmer 25 years ago & rural life became my reality. Rural life is a juxtaposition of challenge & blessing. The demands of contemporary society have seen an influx of resource industry in our rural areas & has added a new, challenging dimension to our lives, as we struggle to find a sustainable balance between farming & energy production. However, at the end of the day, the production of food must be our priority. Nothing matters more & this is why I chose to paint Wheat – our nation’s most beloved crop. What a beautiful sight – a field of ripe wheat, gently blowing in the breeze.
Curator’s Comment
This work is well-resolved and compositionally engaging. It is particularly strong in terms of both implied and actual depth, which is achieved through image layering and choice of medium. The artwork statement meaningfully articulates how this seemingly simple and innocuous motif can be prominent and all-consuming when a rural lens is applied.
About the artist
Lisa Jayne Stiller loves working with colour and texture in a playful way, expressing her love of gardening & farm life through her art. She aspires to uplift & encourage people with her art, evoking feelings of peace, happiness & joy. She is married to Daryn, & together they farm in the Western Downs, & have three beautiful adult daughters.