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Holly is a self-taught oil painter based in Melbourne. Originally from a coastal town in New South Wales, Holly's work reflects an ongoing tension between the demands of city life and a longing for a deeper connection to nature. Working over extended periods, Holly builds rich, layered hues in a slow, methodical process. These carefully constructed abstractions invite the viewer to immerse themselves in the depth and simplicity of the colour fields, evoking a sense of both tranquility and complexity.

Holly creates artworks that aim to bring the calming, restorative feeling of nature into urban spaces. Working primarily with large-scale colour-field compositions, Holly’s work channels the restorative qualities of the natural world, transforming its vibrant, soothing palette into abstract, immersive environments. Their paintings seek to evoke a sense of calm and escape, offering viewers a moment of tranquility within the often frenetic pace of city life. Rooted in the artist's personal need to reconnect with nature, these works propose a new dialogue between natural and urban spaces, inviting contemplation and stillness.