Rachel's Things

Some still lifes begin with beautiful objects. This one began with a beautiful person.

The vessels, treasured pieces and carefully chosen details in this painting belonged to my friend Rachel. As I arranged them, I realised they were far more than simply things. Together they reflected her personality, the colours she was drawn to and the quiet beauty she surrounds herself with each day.

I've always been fascinated by the way beautiful light transforms both ordinary and extraordinary subjects. As the light moved gently across the collection, each object revealed its own texture and character while becoming part of something larger—a portrait of a life without ever painting the person herself.

Painting Rachel's Things became a reminder that the objects we live with often hold memories, tell stories and quietly reflect who we are. My hope is that this piece encourages others to notice the beauty in the everyday things that make a house feel like home.

There is something especially meaningful about this original painting, where every brushstroke and subtle shift of light reflects the time spent observing not just beautiful objects, but the life and story they quietly represent.

All original artworks are packaged with great care to ensure they arrive safely.

Due to the materiality and scale of the works, original paintings are shipped as finished artworks and are not available rolled.

Local collection is available from Dunsborough, with delivery also available within the Margaret River Region.

Perth metropolitan delivery is available via specialist art courier for $100.

Regional WA and interstate shipping is available, with tracking and insurance. As costs vary depending on the size and destination of the artwork, shipping will be quoted and invoiced separately after purchase.

International shipping is also available by personalised quote and will be invoiced separately after purchase.

If you would prefer to receive a shipping quote before purchasing, please get in touch and I'd be delighted to arrange this for you.

Dispatch times will vary depending on the artwork and destination. I’ll be in touch after purchase to confirm arrangements.

Framed works are professionally finished in either a natural Tasmanian oak float frame or an Italian narrow shadow-line box frame, as shown.

Unframed works have finished edges, with the painting continuing around the sides.

Each original artwork is accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity.