Kirsty Wain (XX) - Mijas Olive Tree - No Reserve

Artist: Kirsty Wain Title: Mijas Olive Tree Year: 2020 Medium: Watercolour on paper Dimensions: 29.5x44cm Title: "Mijas Olive Tree" (2020) by Kirsty Wain This captivating watercolor painting by Kirsty Wain transport you to the sun-drenched landscapes of Andalucia, Spain. Depicting a grand, ancient olive tree, the artwork is a vibrant celebration of nature and the timeless beauty of the Mediterranean countryside. A majestic olive tree, meticulously painted in rich green, brown, and ochre hues. Its intricate branches reach towards a bright blue sky, adorned with touches of purple and pink. The scene is set in Mijas, Andalucia, with rolling hills and distant mountains in the background, further enhancing the Mediterranean atmosphere. Wain's watercolour technique is evident in the artwork's fluidity and luminosity. The colors are applied with confidence, creating a sense of movement and vitality. Signature: Signed and dated in the bottom right corner ("Wain 22") Condition: Excellent original condition Please note: Any images showing the artwork framed are mock-ups for illustration purposes; the painting is sold unframed. This artwork has a 1 cm white border to allow for framing in a window mount / pexiglass or glass frame. A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) signed by Kirsty Wain will be included. Shipped with tracked and signed service. Frame not included About the Artist Kirsty Wain is a British painter currently living and working in Spain. Deeply connected to the Mediterranean landscape, her work offers an expressive, emotive interpretation of the surrounding environment. Drawing strong inspiration from Post-Impressionism and the bold colour theory of Fauvism, Wain uses vibrant hues, textured application, and fluid line work to capture the intrinsic energy, spirit, and light of a location. Her paintings, frequently focused on ancient olive groves, hillside pines, and sweeping terrains—seek to translate fleeting personal moments and deep emotional ties to place directly onto the canvas. Wain’s distinct visual language continues to gain international visibility, and her paintings are held in private collections around the world. ´ I love colour. I love nature. I love art. Together, they are my language. ´ K Wain 2025 Artist Profile & Education Background: British contemporary landscape painter based in Spain, combining her artistic practice with a long-standing career in art education. Current Role: Head of Arts at International College, Costa Blanca, Spain Education: 1999–2000: PGCE in Art & Design, University of Central England, Birmingham, UK. 1995–1998: BA (Hons) Art, Design, & Media (Visual Studies), University of Portsmouth, UK. Key Recognition & Press 2026: Semi-Finalist, Tartget Painting Prize (Madrid, Spain). 2025: Featured artist interview in ArtDependence Magazine: "Kirsty Wain: Reimagining Nature through Colour, Rhythm and Serenity." 2014: Featured in the publication On Landscape: 41 Landscape & Portrait Artists. Exhibition History Recent & Current (2025–2026) 2026: HerStory, Manhattan Arts International (Curated Online Exhibition). 2026: Common Ground, Larry Gallery (Kortrijk, Belgium) — Group show featuring olive and pine woodland studies. 2025: Flowers & Leaves, Aurum Gallery (Altea, Spain). 2025: Albir Gallery Summer Festival (Alicante, Spain). Selected Past Exhibitions 2023–2024: Regeneration, Hansard Studio (London, UK). 2023: Spring Exhibition, Gallery 151 (Estepona, Málaga, Spain). 2022: Summer Expo & Winter Collective, Gallery 151 (Estepona, Málaga, Spain). 2022: Summer Exhibition, Sotogrande Port (Málaga, Spain). 2021: Being with Trees, Gustavo Bacarisas Gallery (Gibraltar). 2013–2014: ESCAPE (Solo Exhibition) & On Landscape, Malvern (Worcestershire, UK). 2013: Parallax Art Fair (Chelsea, London, UK). 2009–2011: Group Exhibitions, Hadfield Fine Art (Cheltenham, UK). 1998: Cubitt Gallery (King's Cross, London, UK).

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