Harriet Links

Grass is Always Greener

103 × 153 cm

Oil on framed, stretch canvas

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Suggested offer$2,600

About the work

Grass is Always Greener is an abstract oil painting that explores longing, perception, and the quiet restlessness that lives beneath beauty.

Inspired by the image of horses frolicking in a vivid green field, the work moves beyond literal representation and into emotional terrain. The horses are suggested rather than defined—gestural forms dissolving into motion—embodying freedom, instinct, and the illusion of endless possibility.

The saturated greens dominate the canvas, shifting between lush abundance and almost artificial intensity. This exaggerated landscape reflects the human tendency to idealize what lies just beyond reach. The field becomes both sanctuary and mirage. Through layered brushstrokes and energetic movement, I aim to capture the tension between contentment and desire—the push and pull between being grounded and yearning to run.

Ultimately, Grass is Always Greener invites viewers to question where fulfillment truly resides: in the distant pasture, or in the ground beneath their own feet.

About the artist

Harriet Links is an emerging artist residing in Clifton Beach, Southern Tasmania. She draws inspiration from a profound curiosity shaped by global travels and diverse life encounters. Her artistic journey seeks to unravel the complexities of identity and explore the contemporary female experience. Delving into the intricacies of the human condition, Harriet's work is a visual testament to ongoing self-discovery. Her current practice explores the juxtaposition of stillness and movement, featuring the equine form as a symbolic reference to the struggle within every individual. Using acrylics and mixed media, Harriet transforms these equine figures into vibrant reflections of her inner self, inviting viewers to contemplate their own journey within the shared human experience. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a full-time dedication to painting since 2023, Harriet's work has graced exhibitions across Tasmania and Mainland Australia. She has successfully held three solo shows in Hobart and Melbourne in 2024/2025. Harriet was recently selected as a finalist in 'The Next Big Thing' Art Prize 2025, at The Toowoomba Gallery, Queensland and is a finalist in Lethbridge Landscape prize, Brisbane. Harriet Links, an emerging artist based in Hobart, Tasmania, finds her creative impulse rooted in a boundless curiosity cultivated through interactions with people and the natural world. Her process is shaped from travel and an abundance of rich life experiences. Harriet seeks to unravel the complexities of her identity and make sense of the evolving world that surrounds her.

Her artistic exploration delves into the intricacies of the human condition, shedding light on what it means to be a woman in today's dynamic and ever-changing global landscape. Harriet’s work is a visual testament to the ongoing journey of self-discovery.

In her current artistic practice, she is fascinated by the juxtaposition of stillness and movement, focus and distraction. A recurring motif within her work is the equine form, serving as a figurative reference that symbolises the struggle between the constrained and the out-of-control aspects within every individual. The horse, embodying strength, flow, positive energy, aspiration, peace, and escapism, becomes a powerful conduit for connectedness and personal growth.

The abstract elements in Harriet's work mirror the frantic disconnect prevalent in modern lives, providing a tangible representation of the chaos inherent in the quest for balance and meaning. Her intention is to create a space for contemplation, inviting viewers to reflect on their own journey and discover resonance inside the shared human experience. This quiet space is represented by a broad use of negative space within her work.

Harriet uses acrylics, and mixed media on canvas to transform the equine figure into a colourful reflection of her inner self. Each artistic choice becomes a visual narrative, unveiling human desires, childhood traumas, and the daily struggles that shape our existence.

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