Testimonials

“I am happy with the artwork, it looks great in my apartment.”

 “It arrived safely, is a perfect for my wall, and I get compliments every time someone visits!”

"Beautiful artwork, Excellent communication"

"We're delighted with Tara's artwork. The colours work beautifully in our living room.  The framing has been done very neatly and everything is in place so its ready to hang."

"Love your work"

Tara Lewis – Australian Abstract Artist

Tara Lewis is a contemporary Australian artist based in Central Queensland, known for her expressive abstract paintings inspired by the colours, textures, and organic forms of the Australian landscape. Working with acrylics and mixed media, Lewis creates layered artworks that explore the emotional connection between people and nature.  Her paintings are recognised for their vibrant palettes, rich textures, and intuitive mark-making — a style shaped by the botanicals, wildflowers, and shifting light of regional Queensland.

Art Inspired by Nature and Emotion

Growing up surrounded by native flora and later cultivating her own garden, Tara draws directly from the natural world around her. Her work reflects botanical impressions, gum leaves and wildflowers, organic shapes and natural rhythms and the movement, light, and colours of Central Queensland.  Rather than recreating nature literally, she distils these elements into abstract forms that evoke feeling, memory, and atmosphere.

From Initial Concept to Finished Artwork

Each painting begins with quick studies drawn from memory, photographs, or earlier work. Once on the canvas, the process becomes intuitive, guided by colour, emotion, and the evolving layers of paint. Using acrylics together with pastel, charcoal, conte, and graphite, Lewis builds depth and complexity through expressive mark-making.

Artist Background

Tara studied drawing and fine art practices at the Queensland College of Art in Brisbane before relocating to Emerald, a move that allowed her to pursue painting full-time. Her regional surroundings continue to influence her work, providing constant inspiration through light, landscape, and seasonal change.  Today, she paints from two creative spaces, a home studio for small and detailed works and a larger art shed surrounded by trees and visiting birds for large scale paintings.  This natural environment infuses her work with authenticity and a distinct Australian sensibility.

Exhibitions and Recognition

Tara has exhibited extensively across Australia, with career highlights including:

·         Exhibiting at the Rockhampton Museum of Art

·         Winning First Place at the Emerald Art Show

·         Finalist positions in multiple national art awards

·         A growing community of dedicated collectors

She considers every artwork that finds a home with a collector a meaningful achievement.

Artist Philosophy

“I see art as a way to inspire and connect, without any rules or limits, just honest colour and feeling”.  This intuitive approach gives her work its sense of movement, authenticity, and emotional resonance.

Discover the Art of Tara Lewis

Collectors and art lovers are drawn to Tara’s paintings for their vibrant energy, organic textures, and connection to the Australian landscape. Her work brings warmth, nature, and contemporary style to modern interiors.  Explore current collections, studio updates, and new releases through her website or upcoming exhibitions.

Where you can find my artwork:

 My website - taralewisaustralianart.com

 Instagram - @TaraLewisArt

Bluethumb Online Art Gallery - https://bluethumb.com.au/tara-lewis

The Online Art Gallery- theonlineartgallery.com.au/collections/tara-lewis

Artbid Online Auctions

Art Shows and Group Exhibitions

Email: Taraart1000@gmail.com

Past Events

Revival Art & Design Gallery Emerging Artist Award - Springsure Art Awards - Emerald Art Show - Lethbridge 20000 Small Scale Art Award - John Villiers Outback Art Prize - Aspire Gallery Events - Royal Queensland Art Society - Brisbane Landmarks & Landscapes - Artlovers - Land, Sea and Sky Group Exhibition - Fig Tree Gallery – Summer in Capricorn Exhibition – Rockhampton Museum of Art  Re-imagining Queensland Exhibition - Brigalow Arts Festival - Artbid Auction