Nadine Hobson
Nadine Hobson is a Melbourne based artist, a lifelong creative and self confessed perpetual daydreamer. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful, diverse beauty of the Australian landscape, including the Dandenong Ranges where she grew up, Nadine creates textured abstracts that reflect nature’s colour palettes, while also reflecting an otherworldly, dreamlike quality, and as such, fondly refers to her paintings as ‘dreamscapes’. Works are created from a deeply emotional connection to country and place, conveying mood, emotion and a tangible representation of an experience in nature.
Further layered into each piece is inspiration derived from music. Every artwork is named for a particularly meaningful song or lyric that wends its way through the creative process, and ultimately coincides with the overall mood of the finished work. For Nadine, art is intrinsically linked to a love of music and this adds an additional dimension to her practice and completed works.
Emotive and immersive, Nadine works in a highly intuitive way and generally without a fixed idea of exactly what the finished artwork might necessarily be. Instead, the focus is on channelling those lived experiences and feelings, and allowing the flow state to guide the process. This creative spontaneity allows exploration and experimentation, imbuing the works with a sense of movement and fluidity. There are many tiny details to discover within each piece. This is a result of applying many layers of texture, paint and ink which gives great depth and complexity to the finished works.
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84cm x 104cm
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This abstract artwork represents all the beauty and wild energy of the ocean, but with an otherworldly feel. The deep teal tones convey a sense of calm; the gold detail highlights the many textured areas and adds a little bit of sparkle. There are many tiny details to discover when you look closer, that allow you to feel like you could jump right in. Framed in a walnut stained timber float frame with title and signature on the back.
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85cm x 105cm
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A true statement piece, this textured abstract art in luscious deep green tones speaks of distant forest views. The gold highlights across the piece provide a mystical element, shifting in different light and creating dramatic contrast. There are many tiny textured details to discover upon closer inspection, the iridescence in some of the layers provides a backlit or ‘glow’ effect in some light. Framed in a raw oak float frame with title and signature on the back.
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85cm x 105cm
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Last Exit is a true statement artwork. The textured surface in deep emerald tones is full of gorgeous detail. Getting caught in this view feels like being deep in a forest as night rolls in and the light diminishes. This dreamy view, coupled with the bold splashes of rust, bisected by a straight gold line, merges 3 distinct elements, creating an abstract work that begs closer inspection. The more you look the more you’ll find in this artwork. This piece works in a neutral room as the sole splash of colour, or as a feature in a colourful space. Framed in raw ash, signed and titled on the back.
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85cm x 105cm
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Get swept away by this beautiful statement artwork. Layers of deep watery turquoise in graduating shades over a band of texture create the impression of driving by a body of water in the dying light of the day. Merged with a splash of rusty red and bisected with a thin gold line, this piece brings together 3 distinct elements. The artwork is at once calming and dramatic, revealing more detail the longer you look. Framed in raw ash, signed and titled on the back.
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85cm x 105cm
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Get swept away by this beautiful statement artwork. Layers of deep watery turquoise in graduating shades over a band of texture create the impression of being underwater, with the light breaking through from above. Merged with a splash of rusty red and bisected with a thin gold line, this piece brings together 3 distinct elements. The artwork is at once calming and dramatic, revealing more detail the longer you look. Framed in raw ash, signed and titled on the back.
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93cm x 123cm
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A true statement piece, this is a textured abstract artwork on canvas. The deep emerald tones feature a backlit effect, making the work appear to be glowing. This is thanks to the transparent layers imbued with iridescence. The textured areas are deeper in colour and subtly highlighted with a hint of gold. This piece emits calm and mystery, and invites the viewer in to a dreamy vista. Framed in a native mahogany float frame with title and signature on the back.
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94cm x 124cm
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A true statement piece, this is a statement textured abstract artwork on canvas. It features vertical texture in varying shades of greens, browns and a hint of blue, which creates an earthy effect and is reminiscent of tree bark. Inspired by the old growth forests of the Dandenong Ranges where I grew up, this statement piece emits a quiet strength and brings a little piece of the outdoors in. Framed in a raw oak float frame with title and signature on the back.
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90cm x 120cm
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This statement artwork in beautiful shades of green brings mood, atmosphere and a little bit of magic.
An abstract representation of an old growth forest at night, when the stars are bright and the light shines through the tree canopy.This piece is moody, calming and invites you to come closer to see all the beautiful intricate details.
It’s framed, with the edges painted and hanging wire installed. Title and signature on the back.
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153cm x 123cm
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This beautiful calming artwork is a wonderful statement piece. The textured lines provide a sense of movement across the canvas, and the deep teal blue/green appears to invite you to dive right in.
This work is inspired by aerial views of our beautiful Australian oceans and their spectacular colours. A reminder to consume mindfully and treat our environment with care and respect.
Framed in a raw oak float frame with signature and title on the back.
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120cm x 90cm
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This dramatic piece features a heavily textured surface in shades of teal and gold. It’s an abstract representation of the dying flames of a fire against the backdrop of a rapidly darkening night sky. This work speaks of ancient celebrations, where dancing around a fire was a regular occurrence and our ancestors danced with reckless abandon!
It’s a statement piece that has so many intricate details, and the colours will shift depending on the light. Left unframed to allow some texture to spill over the edge and allow the deep blue to provide visual interest.
Signed on the back and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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104cm x 84cm
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This beautiful statement artwork in the most luscious shades of blue and teal is a true showstopper. Inspired by the feeling of being submerged underwater in calm seas, where your body is completely weightless and the only sound is the gentle movement of the ocean and the bubbles you release as you exhale.
This artwork is so calming and relaxing, it makes you want to dive right into all that beautiful blue.
The float frame is made from reclaimed timber and the artwork features the title and signature on the back. Also comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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76cm x 61cm
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A soothing expanse of blues and greens, this statement artwork evokes a sense of calm and depth with its subtle texture, delicate gradient and gentle highlights. An abstract interpretation of ocean and sky, looking into the distance. Inspired by a private moment of sharing a breathtaking view with a special person, feeling like no one else exists.
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123cm x 93cm
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This dramatic piece features a heavily textured surface in shades of light teal, blue and gold. It’s an abstract representation of the golden hour over a body of water, where the colours can appear hyper realistic and change from moment to moment. It embodies the feeling of the sun setting on a perfect day, marking a significant time with a loved one.
It’s a statement piece that has so many intricate details, and the colours will shift depending on the light, with the gold highlights shimmering like starlight.Framed in a raw oak float frame. Signed on the back and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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64cm x 79cm
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Like the birth of a supernova in space, this bold green and gold explosion is a statement piece for any room. Light sweeping texture on the outside draws the eye to the bold splash of gold towards the top. There are also some gentle golden highlights throughout.
Framed in an oak float frame, this piece features a small signature on the front, a title and signature on the back.
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84cm x 104cm
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A textured abstract featuring a serene blend of aqua and gold. Many transparent layers form the quiet elegance of a distant horizon. The gold highlights draw the eye in and give the piece a touch of luxury. This is a calming and emotive artwork with many tiny details to discover. Framed in a walnut stained hardwood float frame with title and signature on the back.
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Each piece measures 38.5cm x 38.5cm
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A mesmerising blend of blue and gold, this diptych is an abstract representation of a serene horizon at twilight. It evokes a lovely sense of calm and wonder, and the gold highlights provide a beautiful shimmer that will change depending on the light. The textured areas provide depth and a sense of drama.
A beautiful set that can be hung in multiple configurations, they also work beautifully on a bookshelf.
These pieces have been created on timber panels, framed in walnut stained reclaimed timber float frames and are able to stand independently. They are also fitted with D-Hooks to allow the works to sit flush against a wall when hung.
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Each piece measures 53cm x 53cm, including frame.
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This diptych consists of 2 square pieces that make up an abstract landscape in the most brilliant shades of emerald green. The texture sweeps across both pieces in a horizontal direction, highlighted by splashes of gold. The pieces reflect a peaceful horizon at twilight, that has a little bit of shimmer and provides a sense of serenity and calm.