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Harriet Links
Grass is Always Greener, 2023
Oil on framed, stretch canvas
Height 103 cm x Width 153 cm
Artwork is framed and ready to hang & comes with a certificate of authenticity
Starting Bid: $3,500
Grass is Always Greener is an abstract oil painting that explores longing, perception, and the quiet restlessness that lives beneath beauty.
Inspired by the image of horses frolicking in a vivid green field, the work moves beyond literal representation and into emotional terrain. The horses are suggested rather than defined—gestural forms dissolving into motion—embodying freedom, instinct, and the illusion of endless possibility.
The saturated greens dominate the canvas, shifting between lush abundance and almost artificial intensity. This exaggerated landscape reflects the human tendency to idealize what lies just beyond reach. The field becomes both sanctuary and mirage. Through layered brushstrokes and energetic movement, I aim to capture the tension between contentment and desire—the push and pull between being grounded and yearning to run.
Ultimately, Grass is Always Greener invites viewers to question where fulfillment truly resides: in the distant pasture, or in the ground beneath their own feet.
Artist Bio: Harriet Links, an emerging artist based in Hobart, Tasmania, finds her creative impulse rooted in a boundless curiosity cultivated through interactions with people and the natural world. Her process is shaped from travel and an abundance of rich life experiences. Harriet seeks to unravel the complexities of her identity and make sense of the evolving world that surrounds her.
Her artistic exploration delves into the intricacies of the human condition, shedding light on what it means to be a woman in today's dynamic and ever-changing global landscape. Harriet’s work is a visual testament to the ongoing journey of self-discovery.
In her current artistic practice, she is fascinated by the juxtaposition of stillness and movement, focus and distraction. A recurring motif within her work is the equine form, serving as a figurative reference that symbolises the struggle between the constrained and the out-of-control aspects within every individual. The horse, embodying strength, flow, positive energy, aspiration, peace, and escapism, becomes a powerful conduit for connectedness and personal growth.
The abstract elements in Harriet's work mirror the frantic disconnect prevalent in modern lives, providing a tangible representation of the chaos inherent in the quest for balance and meaning. Her intention is to create a space for contemplation, inviting viewers to reflect on their own journey and discover resonance inside the shared human experience. This quiet space is represented by a broad use of negative space within her work.
Harriet uses acrylics, and mixed media on canvas to transform the equine figure into a colourful reflection of her inner self. Each artistic choice becomes a visual narrative, unveiling human desires, childhood traumas, and the daily struggles that shape our existence.
Dimensions:
103 cm x 153 cm