Annalisa Lawrence — widely recognised as ‘Saltwater Woman’ — employs an intuitive approach to her practice, drawing inspiration from her extensive travels, coastal lifestyle, and personal encounters. Within her works, Lawrence chronicles her experiences as a mother, surfer, and traveler, each work hinting at the shared threads of the human condition.
Lawrence’s evocative mixed media works, often featuring female surfers and figures by the sea, are marked by her distinctive approach to a figurative style which focuses on the nuanced movements of the human form. She is interested in capturing subtle energy between figures, as well as energy within each each figure, exploring themes of harmony with nature and interpersonal connections. She feels a deep emotional bond with her subject matter.
Lawrence's artistic journey has garnered recognition in numerous national galleries and art fairs, and has attracted collectors from Australia, Europe, and the USA. Her works have featured in publications such as Art Edit, Swell, Inside Out Magazine and ‘Hunting for George’.
