Abrading The View, 2024

In her latest work, Abrading the View, Patricia Heaslip once again demonstrates why she is regarded as a master of abstraction and landscape. Delivered personally by the artist to the gallery, this painting is a triumph of texture and nuance. The layered blues and whites blend seamlessly, creating a visual depth that feels almost geological—evoking the worn and weathered landscapes of Australia.

The title, a metaphor for the work’s intense layering, speaks to the rugged beauty of the continent. Each brushstroke feels deliberate, as if Heaslip is revealing the landscape’s essence through the abrasion of time itself. Her mark-making, distinctly “Australian,” captures not just the physicality of the land but its spirit, its history, and its vastness.

Abrading the View is a work of great complexity and quiet power, offering viewers a moment to connect with the landscape on a deeper level. Heaslip continues to push the boundaries of abstraction while maintaining an unmistakable connection to the land that inspires her. For collectors who appreciate textured, deeply evocative landscapes, this piece is a must-see—and a must-have.