Cloudburst Cactus

An original abstract artwork inspired by desert skies, sudden rain, and the vibrant energy of growth in arid landscapes.

Cloudburst Cactus captures the moment when the desert sky finally breaks — when heat, colour, and tension dissolve into movement and renewal. Soft washes and energetic marks echo the feeling of rain touching dry ground, bringing life back into the landscape.

Warm coral, sunlit ochre, and soft sand tones form the backdrop of this expressive abstract piece, layered with intuitive line work and rhythmic marks. Bright blue dots punctuate the surface like falling raindrops, while looping lines suggest cactus forms bending and responding to moisture and light.

The composition balances spontaneity with calm, allowing colour to bleed and settle naturally. There is a sense of upward movement throughout — growth reaching skyward — paired with the grounding warmth of the desert floor. Cloudburst Cactus invites the viewer to pause in that fleeting moment between dryness and abundance, stillness and release.

Cloudburst Cactus is part of the Succulent Skies series — a collection of original abstract paintings inspired by desert landscapes, sky-washed light, and the resilience of plant life thriving in sun-soaked environments. Each artwork in the series explores the meeting point between earth and sky, using layered colour, organic line work, and intuitive mark-making to express growth, movement, and quiet vitality. Together, the series creates a harmonious body of work that can be collected individually or displayed as a cohesive set.

Viewing & availability

Cloudburst Cactus is a one-of-a-kind original artwork and is available for purchase. It works beautifully on its own or alongside other pieces from the Succulent Skies series.

Each artwork in the Succulent Skies series is created intuitively and is available as a one-of-a-kind original.

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