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Presten Warren

6 days ago

🏜️ “Colours of Country” - one of my most-viewed painting reveals - has just found its new home! This piece celebrates the vivid palette and deep stories of our land, weaving together the traditions, connections, and spirit that shape our bond with Country.

What makes this extra special? The lucky buyer is a long-time collector from South Australia who is now the proud owner of 10+ artworks. She checked my website daily to see if “Colours of Country” was still available, and after finally deciding to purchase, she said, “Not sure if I’m more nervous or excited!” Hearing that heartfelt anticipation really shows how meaningful art can be in creating genuine connections.

I’m incredibly thankful for everyone who has followed this painting’s journey — from its very first brushstrokes to the final reveal. I have a connection with all of my artworks but sometimes it can feel like I'm parting with a piece of myself. This is one of those pieces.

If you’d like to explore the full story behind “Colours of Country” or to see me working on this painting, please visit: prestenwarren.com/colours-of-country-2

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Presten Warren

1 week ago

🐍 Eternal Spirit
I really am humbled to unveil such a special commissioned artwork, lovingly created in memory of Boyd — a Murri man from Queensland whose devotion to nature, animals, and family shines through every detail.

Commissioned by his sister to honour his memory, this piece celebrates Boyd’s life and the powerful impact he had on everyone around him. Having never commissioned an artwork before, she initially didn’t know what she wanted. During a very sensitive time for their family, we spoke almost daily — exchanging heartfelt stories, cherished memories, and photos of Boyd. Together, we carefully selected the colours, symbols, and details that best captured his story, ensuring the final piece was exactly what she envisioned.

As a heartfelt surprise, we also had two prints of the original painting sent to Boyd’s mother and his children — representations of his spirit for them to hold close and treasure forever. It has been a profound privilege to pay tribute to a man whose warmth, courage, and love continue to unite his family. May this artwork forever serve as a reflection of Boyd’s legacy and the beautiful memories he left behind.

• Purple Tiger Snake – Symbolising Boyd’s fearless nature and deep bond with wildlife
• Silver – Representing his guiding presence, still felt by those who love him
• Blue Waters – Echoing his passion for the beach, rivers, and Bowen Lighthouse, where he taught his nephew to spear fish
• Green Island – Marking North Head, a cherished place for family gatherings
• Bush Medicine Leaves – Honouring Boyd’s peaceful journey and connection to healing
• Meeting Places & Earth Tones – Weaving together a story of strength, love, and unbreakable family bonds

To see the full story, artwork details, and close-up photos, please visit: prestenwarren.com/eternal-spirit

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Presten Warren

1 week ago

🐾 A farewell gift to remember...

This commissioned artwork titled "Tracks" is a tribute to Kath, recognising her incredible contribution to Arid Recovery and Kokatha Country over the past eight years. The painting celebrates the tireless work done to protect and reintroduce native species, care for the land, and foster a deeper connection between the community and the environment.

The vibrant red tones reflect the arid plains of Roxby Downs, while the metallic bronze tracks of the Bandicoot, Bettong, Bilby, and Quoll weave through the piece, symbolising the native animals reintroduced under Kath’s leadership. Human footprints intermingle, a reminder of the connection between people and Country and the shared responsibility to care for it.

Meeting circles and campfires represent the collaborative efforts between Kokatha and Arid Recovery, highlighting the shared knowledge, training, and partnerships that have made such a profound impact. Green dots are scattered throughout, representing the enduring plant life and the nurturing of Kokatha Country’s ecosystems.

The piece was gifted to Kath on her last day at work over a BBQ out on the reserve and I received this lovely message from everyone at Arid Recovery: "Presten, you are immensely talented. The painting is more than perfect. You read our minds and produced the most thoughtful piece of artwork that represents our landscape."

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Presten Warren

3 weeks ago

Hey everyone! 👋🏿

As 2024 wraps up, I’ve been thinking about everything this year has brought and what a ride it has been! I’m so grateful for your support, whether it’s been through purchasing a piece, following along, or just sharing kind words. I wanted to share some highlights from the year:

• 96 paintings sold through my website - Thank you for making space for my art in your lives!
• 24 corporate commissions - Sharing cultural stories in workplaces.
• 26 private commissions - Creating special pieces for homes.
• 13 licensed artworks - Seeing my designs out in the world in exciting ways.

Some unforgettable moments:
• Art on a Tesla - SA Power Networks wrapped their Tesla with my artwork - too deadly!
• Viral on TikTok - One of my videos has been watched 500,000 times!
• International Collaboration - Turning one of my artworks into a wooden jigsaw puzzle for an American company.
• Carclew Creative Achievement Award - Honoured to receive this award through the 7NEWS Young Achiever awards, recognising the hard work and passion poured into my art.
• Munda Wanna Exhibition - My art was on display exclusively at Jacob's Creek winery and completely sold out!
• Live Painting - I performed a live painting experience for BHP and it was so good to be out on Country!

This year has been about storytelling, building connections, and sharing my culture with the world through art. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m so grateful to have had you all along for the ride. We can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!

🎆 Happy New Year from Presten & Troy.
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Presten Warren

4 weeks ago

🎉 Congratulations to Chloe from Victoria!

I am so happy to announce Chloe as the winner of my colouring-in competition! Her stunning piece completely blew me away with its vibrant colours, flawless gradients, and the incredible attention to detail. Honestly, I’m so impressed — I don’t even think I could colour-in as beautifully as this!

When Chloe submitted her entry, she shared this message:

"13 hours and 30 episodes of Judge Judy later... I'm done! Thank you for running this competition, particularly at this time of year — the holiday season can be a tough time for some, and this has been such a welcome distraction. Most colouring comps have age limits, so from the bottom of my child-at-heart... THANK YOU!"

Enjoy your $100 cash prize, Chloe. I am so glad this competition could bring you some joy and peace.

🎄 Merry Christmas to everyone who joined in and supported this competition! The entries were all so unique and inspiring — it was incredibly hard to choose just one winner because of the amazing talent on display. Thank you for bringing so much joy, creativity and connection into this festive season. Stay tuned for more opportunities to share your talent in the new year!

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