Wings Above the Lotus – Original Cockatoo Painting by Cathy Rodwell

Wings Above the Lotus is an evocative original oil painting by Cathy Rodwell, capturing a moment of delicate wonder and graceful curiosity in the Australian wetlands. A majestic sulphur-crested cockatoo hovers low above a tranquil lily pond, its wings dramatically fanned in luminous white and soft yellow tones. Rich impasto brushwork gives the feathers texture and movement, catching the golden light with striking vitality.

Below, the bird dips toward a vibrant crimson lotus bloom rising from emerald reeds and dark, reflective water. The contrast between the cockatoo’s radiant plumage and the deep greens and earthy tones of the wetland creates a scene that feels both intimate and quietly powerful.

Filled with serenity, freedom, and a sense of gentle discovery, Wings Above the Lotus is a beautiful choice for collectors drawn to native Australian wildlife, poetic nature scenes, and art that brings peaceful energy into a space. This original work is framed in a gold wooden floater frame with an approximate width of 5 cm, ready to make a soulful focal point in your home.

This beautiful mixed media landscape measures 40x50cm.