Wendy Peters
Studio based on the Sunshine Coast - Qld
My Journey to the Canvas
I am a self-taught artist, my path to painting was unconventional, shaped by a lifetime spent
in creative industries—from owning a women’s clothing business and restoring
historic homes to the meticulous art of cosmetic tattooing. I believe it was
this diverse background, particularly the precision of tattooing, that fostered
my deep love for detail and form.
In 2019, while taking a sabbatical from my cosmetic
tattooing business, I picked up a paintbrush for the first time in years. This
transformative period allowed me to rekindle my affinity for nature and marked
the true beginning of my life as an artist. I haven’t looked back since.
Art as a Sanctuary
My work is an embodiment of my passion for the natural world
and a commitment to promoting well-being and vitality. Whether I am painting in
a realistic style or exploring abstract pieces with abundant texture, my
central objective remains the same: to capture the enchanting magic of our
world and bring it into your home.
Through my art, I aspire to evoke joy, wonder, and a sense
of stillness. I am constantly experimenting with various mediums to encapsulate
the organic forms, luminous light, and fragility of nature. My ultimate hope is
that my paintings instil a sense of serenity and connection in everyone who
encounters them.
Awards
Finalist & Highly Commended - Lethbridge Gallery 20000 - 2025
Dream Home Featured Artist - 2024 Channel 7
Art Lover Australia: Artist to watch 2024
Finalist: Petite Pieces - Aspire Gallery - 2024
Finalist: The Toowoomba Gallery - The Next Big Thing Award - 2023
Finalist: Lethbridge Gallery - 20000 Small Artworks Award - 2023
Finalist: Art Lovers Australia Award - 2022
Finalist: Dogs During Covid – Sally Cuthbert Gallery - Sydney 2021
Publications
Feature - Home Design Magazine - Vol 26 Autumn 2024
Feature and Cover: “In Noosa” Magazine – Winter 2022
Exhibitions
Blooms and Birds Exhibition – Stevens Street Gallery – Yandina - 2023
Affordable Art Fair Melbourne 2023 - with Stevens Street Gallery
Wendy's work is held in private collections in Australia and internationally.