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Bark, seed pods, leaves, twigs, stones and other collected treasures are carefully assembled to create an enchanting dwelling that appears as though it has emerged naturally from the landscape itself. The artwork celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world, highlighting the intricate textures, patterns, colours and forms often overlooked in everyday surroundings. Each material retains its unique character, contributing to the individuality of the piece while demonstrating how nature can become both medium and inspiration. Blending sculpture, storytelling and environmental awareness, the fairy house invites viewers to look closely and discover unexpected details within its construction. Familiar natural objects are reimagined and transformed, creating a sense of magic and possibility while maintaining a strong connection to the earth from which they came. By elevating humble materials into a work of art, the piece encourages contemplation of the relationship between creativity and nature. It evokes a sense of curiosity, nostalgia and wonder, inviting viewers to slow down, explore its intricate details and imagine the stories that might exist within this tiny dwelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI enjoy spending time outdoors, walking in nature and discovering the beauty in small things that are easily overlooked. I grew up in the country and spent my childhood exploring paddocks, rivers and creeks. I have always collected natural materials (such as leaves, bark, seed pods, sticks and stones) that inspire my creativity and reflect my love of the outdoors and the natural world. The textures, shapes, colours and patterns I discover inspire me, and each item I collect has its own character and story, which I enjoy incorporating into my artwork. With this fairy house, I have transformed ordinary objects from nature into something magical and imaginative, combining my love of nature with my creativity. Creating this artwork has helped me slow down, be mindful and appreciate the unique details and treasures found in nature. Nature is amazing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection or delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--Due to plant materials being used in this artwork, this item is only suitable for collection or delivery by courier within QLD, NSW, SA or VIC (not NT, TAS or WA) - please contact us to arrange a quote for courier delivery outside of Brisbane.--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of the Plant Empire Garden Art Exhibition, on display at Plant Empire from 17 October - 22 November 2026. Exhibition items are available for sale in person or online. 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The framework is built from a reclaimed pine produce crate, one of thousands that are discarded each year, while the base is formed from a decommissioned electricity pole. Sections of salvaged hardwood electricty cross arms have been incorporated into the furniture details, giving new life to materials that would otherwise have been destined for waste. Collected bark, seed pods, leaves, twigs, stones and other natural treasures are carefully assembled alongside these reclaimed elements to create an enchanting miniature dwelling that appears to have emerged organically from the landscape. By combining salvaged industrial materials with the beauty of nature, the work demonstrates how overlooked and discarded objects can be transformed into something both beautiful and meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI enjoy spending time outdoors, walking in nature and discovering the beauty in small things that are easily overlooked. I grew up in the country and spent my childhood exploring paddocks, rivers and creeks. I have always collected natural materials (such as leaves, bark, seed pods, sticks and stones) that inspire my creativity and reflect my love of the outdoors and the natural world. The textures, shapes, colours and patterns I discover inspire me, and each item I collect has its own character and story, which I enjoy incorporating into my artwork. With this fairy house, I have transformed ordinary objects from nature into something magical and imaginative, combining my love of nature with my creativity. Creating this artwork has helped me slow down, be mindful and appreciate the unique details and treasures found in nature. Nature is amazing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection or delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--Due to plant materials being used in this artwork, this item is only suitable for collection or delivery by courier within QLD, NSW, SA or VIC (not NT, TAS or WA) - please contact us to arrange a quote for courier delivery outside of Brisbane.--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of the Plant Empire Garden Art Exhibition, on display at Plant Empire from 17 October - 22 November 2026. Exhibition items are available for sale in person or online. 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Exhibition pieces will be available for collection in-store or delivered from 23 November: to collect your item in person, please select the 'in-store pickup' option at checkout; or to have it delivered, please select either the Australia Post or courier option (Brisbane only) at checkout and your delivery fee will be calculated automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anita Armbrust","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67671627464895,"sku":"PEGAE26-02","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/6197\/5094\/files\/IMG-0305.jpg?v=1792297538"},{"product_id":"bioluminescent-fungi","title":"Bioluminescent Fungi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBioluminescent Fungi\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy artist: Ingrid Bartkowiak\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatercolour on paper. 31 x 31 x 2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioluminescence is a natural phenomenon observed at night where certain types of mushrooms, such as the Ghost Mushroom (Omphalotus nidiformis), glow in the dark. 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An exuberant colour palette supports a lively composition with abundant flowers and leaves jostling for attention. The painting has a dynamic rhythm which draws the viewer through the piece, with collage and textural elements supporting the composition. Blocks of background colour anchor and strengthen the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFee Bissett is an artist based in the southern Gold Coast hinterland. She began painting late in life and is largely self taught. Her painting practice developed over the last decade through attendance at weekly studio classes supplemented by regular attendance at artists workshops. She has had two successful exhibitions at Wild Canary (2023 and 2026), and recently showed at Studio 8 Currumbin. Her work is inspired by local landscape and botanical subjects and is a fresh expression of contemporary coastal life. 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The surface depicts a garden moving from dense, heavily shadowed foliage at the base of the vessel towards lighter, more open growth as it rises. Thick layers of leaves and plants gradually give way to flowers and new growth reaching upwards into the light. The piece combines slip trailing and detailed hand painting to create contrasting areas of raised texture, pattern and colour. The layered surface gives the foliage a sense of depth and movement, encouraging the viewer to explore the vessel from different angles. Hidden amongst the leaves and flowers are small insects and frogs, creating moments of discovery within the garden. These creatures are deliberately tucked into the foliage, inviting the viewer to look closely and discover the life concealed within the shadows. The vessel reflects my love of hand-building, surface texture and hand painting, together with my fascination with gardens, plants and flowers. 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The piece is a collection of hanging chimes made from wheel-thrown and hand-built components that have been painted with ceramic underglazes and strung with all-weather twine and metal hooks\/rings. The chimes make subtle sound when the move in the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChristine enjoys making ceramic pieces that people can use in their everyday lives. Christine’s studio at Boronia Heights is surrounded by splendid gums and other Australian native trees and palms that attract an abundance of birds and wildlife and are a constant source of inspiration for her pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection or delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of the Plant Empire Garden Art Exhibition, on display at Plant Empire from 17 October - 22 November 2026. Exhibition items are available for sale in person or online. 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