Cahills Crossing Kakadu to Arnhem Land

Description

‘Cahills Crossing – Kakadu to Arnhem Land’ captures the tranquil beauty and quiet tension of one of Australia’s most iconic river crossings. Painted in expressive oils, the work portrays the East Alligator River at Cahills Crossing, where Kakadu National Park meets Arnhem Land.
A lone fisherman stands poised on the sunlit rocks, casting a line into the reflective water. His solitary presence offers a sense of scale and contemplation against the expansive landscape, while hinting at the respect required in this remarkable place, renowned for its powerful currents, abundant wildlife (two crocs are hidden in the artwork) and deep cultural significance.
Foliage follows the river, its vibrant greens reflected across the water in loose, confident brushstrokes that shimmer with changing light of the Northern Territory.