Listen to the Waves
SKU: CWA-154
Listen to the Waves is a captivating original oil painting by South African artist Cornelie Wolff that beautifully captures a moment of quiet reflection and the timeless connection between humanity and the ocean. The artwork portrays a young woman gently holding a large seashell to her ear, her thoughtful expression suggesting she is listening to the sea’s distant whispers. Her soft smile and dreamy gaze evoke nostalgia, wonder, and peaceful contemplation. Cornelie’s expressive brushwork brings warmth and character to the portrait, with delicate skin tones, soft golden-brown hair, and striking blue eyes beautifully complementing the cool blue shades of her clothing. The intricate seashell details and subtle floral patterns in her blouse add texture and visual interest to the composition. Listen to the Waves has a beautiful sense of innocence and tranquillity. The painting invites viewers to slow down, embrace life’s simple pleasures, and reconnect with cherished ocean memories. Its gentle colour palette and timeless subject make it a wonderful addition to a coastal-inspired home, bedroom, living room, or peaceful reading corner. The artwork’s emotional warmth and expressive character also make it a thoughtful gift for someone who treasures the sea. Artwork Details Artist: Cornelie Wolff Title: Listen to the Waves Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 36 × 46 × 4 cm Orientation: Portrait Category: Figurative Art / Portrait Paintings Original artwork Bring the soothing spirit of the ocean into your home with Listen to the Waves , an enchanting original painting that celebrates imagination, nostalgia, and the simple beauty of listening to nature. This Johannesburg-based artist started as a pharmacist. After completing her honours degree in psychology, she joined Helios to further her skills in art therapy. During this time, she fell in love with art, the process and the emotional power it yields. While raising her family, which consisted of three young children, she took part-time classes with Rika de Klerk and Willie Jacobs. She also attended workshops led by Koos Bronkhorst, Niel Moss, Willie Jacobs, Rentia Coetzee, Ruth Walters, Elize Bezuidenhout, Douw van Heerden, Charla Maarschalk, and Jennifer McChristian. Today, she practises what she preaches by creating her work under the motto: “With every painting I complete, I grow as a person and an artist.” My art is created from a place of wonder – it is my dream for every human to never completely lose the child inside them, because it is our ability to see wonder and magic in things. I use bold brushstrokes, contrast and an impressionistic approach to entice the viewer to create their own interpretation of the subject and become part of my world.
Description
Listen to the Waves – Original Oil Painting by Cornelie Wolff
Listen to the Waves is a captivating original oil painting by South African artist Cornelie Wolff that beautifully captures a moment of quiet reflection and the timeless connection between humanity and the ocean.
The artwork portrays a young woman gently holding a large seashell to her ear, her thoughtful expression suggesting she is listening to the sea’s distant whispers. Her soft smile and dreamy gaze evoke nostalgia, wonder, and peaceful contemplation.
Cornelie’s expressive brushwork brings warmth and character to the portrait, with delicate skin tones, soft golden-brown hair, and striking blue eyes beautifully complementing the cool blue shades of her clothing. The intricate seashell details and subtle floral patterns in her blouse add texture and visual interest to the composition.
Listen to the Waves has a beautiful sense of innocence and tranquillity. The painting invites viewers to slow down, embrace life’s simple pleasures, and reconnect with cherished ocean memories.
Its gentle colour palette and timeless subject make it a wonderful addition to a coastal-inspired home, bedroom, living room, or peaceful reading corner. The artwork’s emotional warmth and expressive character also make it a thoughtful gift for someone who treasures the sea.
Artwork Details
- Artist: Cornelie Wolff
- Title: Listen to the Waves
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Dimensions: 36 × 46 × 4 cm
- Orientation: Portrait
- Category: Figurative Art / Portrait Paintings
- Original artwork
Bring the soothing spirit of the ocean into your home with Listen to the Waves, an enchanting original painting that celebrates imagination, nostalgia, and the simple beauty of listening to nature.
This Johannesburg-based artist started as a pharmacist. After completing her honours degree in psychology, she joined Helios to further her skills in art therapy. During this time, she fell in love with art, the process and the emotional power it yields.
While raising her family, which consisted of three young children, she took part-time classes with Rika de Klerk and Willie Jacobs. She also attended workshops led by Koos Bronkhorst, Niel Moss, Willie Jacobs, Rentia Coetzee, Ruth Walters, Elize Bezuidenhout, Douw van Heerden, Charla Maarschalk, and Jennifer McChristian.
Today, she practises what she preaches by creating her work under the motto: “With every painting I complete, I grow as a person and an artist.”
My art is created from a place of wonder – it is my dream for every human to never completely lose the child inside them, because it is our ability to see wonder and magic in things. I use bold brushstrokes, contrast and an impressionistic approach to entice the viewer to create their own interpretation of the subject and become part of my world.
Features & specifications
| Size (H × W × D) | 18.1 × 14.2 × 1.6 in (46 × 36 × 4 cm) |
|---|---|
| Artist | Cornelie Wolff |
| Medium | Oil |
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- Shipping fee — $79
- Sold by Charlene Benadie
