Baldy Top, Quilpie Afternoon

"Baldy Top, Quilpie Afternoon" – Original Oil Painting on Board, Framed in Walnut Frame

“Baldy Top, Quilpie Afternoon” is an original oil painting that captures the rugged drama of outback Queensland through a visceral, heavily textured surface and commanding composition. Located near the remote town of Quilpie, Baldy Top is an iconic rock formation and in this striking interpretation, Rod Moore brings it to life not with photorealism, but with powerfully expressive strokes that channel the spirit of the land itself.

Painted almost entirely with a palette knife, this work is a masterclass in texture and movement. Thick impasto marks define the jagged edges and sunlit ridges of the rock face, creating a three-dimensional effect that shifts with the light. Sweeping, directional knife strokes mirror the terrain’s geological layers, while gestural brushwork in the foliage below captures the wiry resilience of the Australian bush.

A rich palette of earthy ochres, burnt oranges, and deep olive greens evokes the heat, dust, and ancient history embedded in the landscape. Subtle hints of violet and charcoal ground the work and add depth to the composition, while the sky’s cooler tones provide a striking visual contrast.

Framed in a refined walnut frame with off-white matte border, “Baldy Top, Quilpie” balances bold expression with gallery-level presentation, making it a standout centrepiece for collectors who appreciate both contemporary impressionism and the raw spirit of Australia’s interior.

Details:

Title: Baldy Top, Quilpie
Medium: Oil on Board (Palette Knife & Brush)
Style: Contemporary Australian Impressionism
Size: 60cm x 60cm
Framed: Walnut frame with matte off-white inner edge
Signed: Yes, lower left
Year: 2025

For collectors who feel the land as much as they see it. “Baldy Top, Quilpie” is a bold, tactile expression of place and a statement piece ready for a serious collection.

Note - Frame in the photos is an example. A similar quality frame will be used for the painting.

This painting did not photograph well. If you want a close up video walkthrough of the painting then let me know :)

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