Bush Flora – Artarmon

Bush Flora

Artwork concept

My art revolves around capturing the essence of our native flora and fauna, providing a platform for their voices that often go unheard. In our fast-paced modern world, we have become more and more disconnected from nature, and it is through my artworks that I strive to re-establish the vital bond between humanity and our environment.

By portraying native plants in urban settings, I aim to emphasise this connection and remind us of our responsibility as caretakers. For this particular public art project, I would like to highlight our beautiful native flowers and plants, the Trigger Plant, Hibbertia, Cut-leaf Daisy, Native Storksbill and the Native Flax.

Artist bio

Mandy Schöne-Salter is an interdisciplinary artist who explores various mediums including mural art, photography, and community art. Her artistic practice encompasses a wide range of formats, from large-scale murals and stencil artworks to installations and smaller-scale pieces on found materials and canvas. With a focus on public art, Mandy has collaborated with Councils across Australia, as well as notable institutions such as Melbourne University and Sydney Olympic Park. Her murals center around native flora and fauna, bringing a foucs to those often overlooked in the natural world.

Currently based in the Blue Mountains of Australia, Mandy Schöne-Salter's artistic reach extends beyond her local surroundings. She has embarked on street art projects in Germany, Singapore, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Thailand and South Africa, operating under the pseudonym MAN.De.