Anne-Marie Zanetti “Whispers of Elysium”
Today’s featured work is Whispers of Elysium by award-winning Australian artist Anne-Marie Zanetti — a lush, layered painting that blurs the line between figure and flora in a deeply soulful manner.
In this piece, a blonde female figure emerges from the shadows of blooming dahlias and roses. Her direct blue gaze meets yours, her presence is quiet but powerful, adorned with red-painted nails and a butterfly ring. These delicate details hint at both femininity and metamorphosis.
Anne-Marie shares:
“I’ve always loved painting flowers and the human form, so with this piece, I wanted to explore how the two could come together in a way that feels seamless—where you’re not quite sure where the petals end and the figure begins. My passion for colour really comes through here; I built up the surface using layers of nuanced, yet still vibrant, glazes to express the mood and energy of the work.”
There’s a quiet alchemy at work in Whispers of Elysium —a merging of stories, experiences, and emotional depth that invites the viewer to pause and linger. It’s a painting that reveals itself slowly, offering new discoveries with every glance.
About the Artist
Anne-Marie Zanetti is an award-winning Australian artist whose photorealist paintings are renowned for their rich, luminous colors, dramatic lighting, and intricate details. Inspired by the full spectrum of human emotion, her work flows with rhythm, strength, and boldness. Whether capturing the quiet drama of a still life or the soulful presence of a portrait, Anne-Marie’s pieces illuminate the beauty in both the extraordinary and the everyday.
Her creative practice is deeply personal—a way to explore vulnerability, presence, and transformation. With each painting, she peels back another layer, shining light on moments and emotions that might otherwise go unseen.
Whispers of Elysium is available now. Please contact the gallery for inquiries or to arrange a viewing.
Anne-Marie Zanetti “Whispers of Elysium”