Sam Suttie is a contemporary, Queensland-based artist who is best known for her paintings that explore the intersection of nature and still life, often incorporating domestic interior spaces, everyday objects, and imagery of native birdlife. In her works, Suttie constructs scenes that seem to exist between reality and imagination, creating compositions that are symbolically layered and imbued with a dreamlike atmosphere.


In her painting ‘Teacups Adrift’, Suttie composes a still life scene that appears almost surreal. Against a vast interior backdrop, two porcelain teacups sit stacked upside down, and on top of this, a blue fairywren perches itself. In this painting, Suttie infuses both natural and man-made elements- her captured bird appearing as both a central subject, and an intruder in the scene. Significantly, Suttie imbues this bird with a palpable sense of motion and energy - a bird resting mid-flight, ready at any moment to fly off again. 

Since becoming a full time artist in 2019, Suttie has exhibited regularly, both in solo and group exhibitions, and she has been a finalist in several art prizes. Often incorporating both natural and man-made elements, Suttie's layered still life compositions are a compelling addition to any collection of interesting interior scenes.

Sam SUTTIE
'Teacups adrift'
oil on linen
Image Size: 50 x 40 cm
Dimensions: 50 x 40 x 4 cm
Signed: Inscribed with name, date and title on verso.

Comes with Letter of Provenance

Condition:Excellent:

(c) The Artist or Assignee