John Maitland - Elusive Butterflies

Elusive Butterflies
Oil & acrylic on stretched canvas
180cm x 71cm
Ref. 52340

John Maitland's "Elusive Butterflies" assembles five young girls in a dynamic composition animated by fluttering butterflies. Thick, energetic impasto creates a richly textured surface where paint itself becomes a vehicle for movement and light. The artist's expressive palette and gestural approach capture the ephemeral quality of the moment—childhood wonder intersecting with nature's delicate beauty. Maitland's confident brushwork and chromatic sophistication transform the scene into a meditation on transience and joy. This original expressionist work demonstrates the artist's mastery of paint handling and emotional resonance, making it a compelling choice for collectors seeking contemporary Australian art with depth and vitality.