2023 - Angus Collis

Obsession Oil on Canvas. 56x78cm. 2023

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“Obsession” weaves a narrative of a man versus nature, captured in a moment of contemplation within a manicured landscape. This artwork explores an obsession with the meticulous act of cutting grass, showcasing the delicate balance between manipulating the natural environment and enhancing one’s surroundings. As the fading light envelops the scene, it prompts reflection on the banality of life. The artwork channels Gertrude Stein’s wisdom: “The artist’s job is not to succumb to despair but to find an antidote for the emptiness of existence.” It challenges traditional perspectives, flattening and accentuating material planes, ultimately seeking reason within the confines of our material world.

“Obsession” Is an Award winning artwork Judged at the Craigs Aspiring art awards Wanaka 2024

Mirage Painting Titled: Fata Morgana Oil on Canvas xcm 130×170.

“Fata Morgana” is a mirage painting which captures the viewer’s attention with its vibrant colours and intricate brushwork. The artist skillfully portrays the illusionary nature of a mirage through the use of soft, flowing forms and a dream-like atmosphere.

The large canvas mirage artwork composition invites viewers to immerse themselves in its ethereal beauty and contemplate the transient nature of perception.

Collis’s exploration of clouds as a subject matter is not limited to “Fata Morgana.” In “The Antidote to Despair,” the artist delves deeper into the emotional significance of clouds, offering a sense of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Similarly, “Big Cloud” showcases the artist’s ability to create dynamic compositions that evoke a sense of awe and wonder.

Through these works, Collis demonstrates a profound understanding of the symbolic power of clouds in capturing the imagination and inspiring contemplation.

Wikipedia best describes this title “Fata Morgana”

Below are Scale images of the Mirage Painting in Situ.

Please, by all means, send me an image of where you would like to hang this artwork, and I can provide you with a mock-up. Important to note is that this work comes framed as seen below.

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Washing in the wind oil painting on canvas. Turquoise, blue, pinks and yellow colours blow in the wind. Clouds rise behind the house. The subject is located on the outskirts of an Eastern Bay of Plenty town on State highway 2 known as Opotiki.

This work is part of the new prints section and is part of a limited edition.

Road to Mahia

Original Oil Painting by Angus Collis. This was a commissioned piece of work and is available in print, please refer to the prints page for more info.

Dry Farming Landscape, Railway Farm

Title: Railway Farm oil on canvas 39x48cm

Railway Farm was painted whilst Collis was in Spain. Often trips were taken through the interior of Spain from one coast to another. The landscape is contrasted to Collis’s familiar home of New Zealand. One of many rural landscape paintings. For example Country Road.

This work is available in print at the same size as the original 39x49cm

Scales

Scales 130cmx170cm Oil on Canvas. Year 2023. This work is part of a series including 3 Paths

This artwork is also available in print where you can read more information about the piece.

artwork framed and in place and to scale

Above: Artwork in Situ. Please contact me if you would like to see this painting in a photographed enviroment of your choice.

3 Paths 130x170cm Oil on Canvas. Year:2023

3 Paths is part of a series which includes the work Scales

Above: Artwork in Situ.