Down the back paddock | Memories of Summers Past | Original Australian Art by Rebecca Hutchinson

Memories of Summers Past | Original Australian Art by Rebecca Hutchinson

Bare feet, pink skies, muddy riverbanks and childhood adventures that seemed to last forever.

Memories of Summers Past is a beautifully nostalgic collection of original artworks by Australian artist Rebecca Hutchinson, celebrating the magic of growing up in the Australian countryside and the simple pleasures of summers gone by.

Inspired by childhood memories, country life and the landscapes of regional Australia, Rebecca captures those wonderfully familiar moments that stay with us long after the years have passed. From swimming in the river and fishing along its banks to feeding cattle, building treehouses and creating adventures from absolutely nothing, each painting tells a story of freedom, friendship and simpler times.

With a distinctive palette of dreamy pink skies, soft lilacs, dusty blues and earthy Australian tones, Rebecca brings warmth and tenderness to her subjects. Her expressive brushwork, thoughtful details and beautifully atmospheric landscapes create artworks that feel both personal and wonderfully familiar.

Look a little closer and you'll discover another delightful detail. Some of Rebecca's paintings incorporate vintage Australian postage stamps, cleverly woven into the artwork like tiny treasures from the past. These nostalgic additions add another layer of storytelling, inviting viewers to explore each painting and discover the memories hidden within.

There is something incredibly special about the stories Rebecca tells. The feeling of endless summer holidays, afternoons spent outdoors until the sun disappeared, the adventures we invented and the moments we didn't realise would one day become our most treasured memories.

Created for the Affordable Art Fair Sydney 2026, Memories of Summers Past is a heartfelt celebration of Australian childhood, country living and the beautiful connection between people, places and memories.

Perfect for collectors who love nostalgic Australian art, contemporary figurative paintings and meaningful storytelling, these original artworks bring warmth, personality and a wonderful sense of connection into any home.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Rebecca Hutchinson

• Collection: Memories of Summers Past

• Medium: Original acrylic painting 46 x 46cm

• Style: Contemporary Australian figurative and landscape art

• Subject: Childhood memories, country life, rural landscapes and Australian nostalgia

• Special Features: Selected artworks incorporate vintage Australian postage stamps

• Framing: Refer to individual artwork details

• Authenticity: Original, one-of-a-kind artwork

• Gallery: yellowhouseart | Wagga Wagga, NSW

Discover original Australian art at yellowhouseart, a regional gallery proudly supporting contemporary Australian artists and bringing unique, original artworks into homes across Australia.