Waterhole After Passing Rain

Oil on Board – 50 cm x 40 cm

"Waterhole, After Passing Rain" captures a fleeting, sacred moment in the Australian landscape, the hush that follows rainfall, when the earth is saturated, the air is still, and nature breathes in renewal.

In this richly textured oil on board, artist Rod Moore offers a masterful interpretation of a quiet inland scene, where water gathers at the base of ancient gums and the bush stirs with subtle life.

Executed with palette knife and expressive brushwork, the painting is a celebration of atmosphere and mood. Deep blue reflections pool across the waterhole’s surface, framed by green-tinged shadows and the crisp highlights of sun breaking through after the storm. The trees, rendered with confident, gestural marks, rise with a sense of presence, leaning slightly, weathered yet resilient.

Moore’s layering of ochres, earthy browns, and cool blues brings a tactile energy to the composition, giving the landscape weight and movement.

The stillness of the water contrasts beautifully with the wildness of the brush and tangled timber along the bank, a visual tension that draws the eye deeper into the scene. There’s an almost cinematic feel to the moment, as though the viewer has stumbled upon this secluded place just as the clouds part and the land begins to dry.

Presented in a classic timber frame with clean white edging, "Waterhole, After Passing Rain" feels timeless. It carries the visual authority of traditional Australian landscape painting, yet with a contemporary energy that appeals to modern collectors.

At 60.5 x 50 cm (frame measurement), the piece makes a strong statement while maintaining versatility for home, gallery, or office display.

Rod Moore’s reputation as a serious Australian landscape painter continues to grow, with works like this reinforcing his ability to capture both the spirit of place and the emotional nuance of the land.

For collectors seeking authentic, atmospheric works that honour the beauty and rugged soul of Australia, this painting offers both aesthetic power and long-term value.

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

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