Tanya Hoddinott

Local Contemporary Art Prize 2025 – Finalist

Image courtesy of the artist. Photo by Carl Warner.

Tanya Hoddinott | Garden in Dulong | 2025 | oil on linen | 123 x 94.5cm (framed)

Garden in Dulong captures the vibrant essence of my garden, celebrating the dynamic interplay of life and movement within this serene space. Infused with rich colours—olive greens, soft lilacs, and warm golds—interwoven with dark greens and deep blues over a pale creamy yellow background, each hue reflects the lush vitality of summer, evoking sensations of warmth and tranquillity.

The composition invites viewers to immerse themselves in the garden's beauty, where every brushstroke embodies nature's dance. Whimsical characters reminiscent of my earlier work appear among the flora, symbolizing different aspects of our psyche. These figures serve as guardians of the garden, embodying curiosity and wisdom.

Garden in Dulong is not just a depiction of a place; it is an invitation to experience the joy of nature in full bloom while reflecting on the inner landscapes of our minds and hearts, bridging the beauty of the natural world with human emotion.