Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia
Currently residing in the picturesque Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Australia, artist Josh Wright is deeply engaged in a new body of work featuring impressionistic plein air paintings that challenges the region's rapid societal boom. Embracing rural farm life and local beaches, he draws inspiration from the diverse landscapes and captures what life in the Sunshinshine Coast is all about, highlighting the charm of countryside living amidst the encroaching wave of development. His pieces serve as poignant reminders of the heritage that stands on the brink of transformation into urban landscapes. Through his creations, Wright weaves stories that honor both the past and present, resonating with local and international audiences who appreciate the delicate balance between preservation and progress.
Read about Wrights paintings, he has set up a painting blog to storyboard his journey in Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast Artworks
Creek at Wappa Falls, Oil on Linen, 14" x 22"
Golden Cane Fields of Bli Bli, Oil on Linen, 18" x 28"
Boiling Pot Lookout, Oil on Linen, 18" x 24"
Paddocks in Yandina, Oil on Linen, 20" x 26"
Fields of Our Fathers, Oil on Linen, 26" x 24"
Water Reflection at Pond, Oil on Linen, 22" x 24"
Father and Son at Shelly Beach, Oil on Linen, 24" x 26"
Point Cartwright, Oil on Linen, 18" x 24"
Cliffs at Point Cartwright, Oil on Linen, 16" x 22"
Point Cartwright Walkway, Oil on Linen, 16" x 22"
Bulcock Beach, Oil on Linen, 24" x 22"
Study of a Brahman Bull, Oil on Linen, 14" x 22"
Peonies, Oil on Linen, 18" x 24"
Sydney, Australia
During his stay in Sydney, Australia, Josh Wright found inspiration in the vibrant culture, dynamic cityscapes, and his family ties. This led to the creation of his "Honoring Sydney" series, celebrating the city's rich heritage and inviting viewers to appreciate his unique beauty and stories.
Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico
In Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico, Wright found a burst of creation during his visit to his father's house. Inspired by the culture and landscapes, he created the “Honoring Loreto” series, celebrating the town's heritage and inviting viewers to appreciate its beauty and stories.