'Birds eye of Newman' by Iantha Palioudakis
Mixed media on canvas (acrylic and sand)
Float framed in oak timber
Artwork size: 91 x 91 cm
About the artwork
'My work explores the Australian landscape from an aerial perspective, with a focus on Western Australia, where I draw inspiration from the region’s striking colour contrasts—from iron-red earth to turquoise coastlines—which form the foundation of my paintings.
Influenced by my background in graphic design, I reinterpret the land as simplified shapes, lines, and textures, encouraging a more abstract way of seeing. Texture is central to my process, and by incorporating sand into the surface, I reflect the terrain’s physical qualities while grounding each piece in the landscape itself. Through this approach, I aim to capture both the visual impact and deeper essence of the land—its beauty, history, and enduring presence.
About the artist