{"product_id":"river-life-original-artwork-by-bridgette-mannes","title":"River Life — Original Artwork by Bridgette Mannes","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eRiver Life\u003c\/em\u003e is a richly layered mixed media artwork by Riverina artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eBridgette Mannes\u003c\/strong\u003e, inspired by the movement, rhythm, and enduring presence of rivers across the Australian landscape. Flowing, sinuous forms weave their way across the surface, echoing the natural pathways of water as it carves through land over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eSoft pastel tones are balanced with deeper teal and charcoal lines, creating contrast and visual depth. Subtle textures, raised elements, and gestural markings invite the viewer to explore the surface closely, revealing the story embedded within each layer. Circular motifs and branching lines suggest currents, eddies, and the interconnected systems that sustain life along riverbanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eFloat framed in beautiful American Ash, \u003cem data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eRiver Life\u003c\/em\u003e has a refined yet organic finish that enhances the artwork without overpowering it. The generous scale makes it an ideal statement piece for living areas, hallways, offices, or curated gallery walls. This artwork brings a sense of calm, movement, and connection to nature—perfect for collectors drawn to contemporary Australian landscape interpretations with depth and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eArtwork Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridgette Mannes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eRiver Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed media on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80cm x 100cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Float framed in American Ash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eReady to hang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eArtwork Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original, one-of-a-kind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eBridgette Mannes is a Riverina-based artist whose work explores aerial perspectives, waterways, and the patterns found within the natural Australian landscape. Using layered mixed media techniques, Bridgette creates textured, expressive artworks that reflect movement, memory, and place. Her practice blends intuitive mark-making with considered composition, resulting in works that feel both contemporary and deeply connected to land.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bridgette Mannes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50011300823273,"sku":null,"price":1400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/3386\/3401\/files\/IMG_7475.jpg?v=1768275549","url":"https:\/\/yellowhouseart.com.au\/products\/river-life-original-artwork-by-bridgette-mannes","provider":"Yellow House Art Studio \u0026 Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}