Green Ribbon- Very “Restless flycatcher”

Emily Banwell, an award-winning Ipswich artist, is renowned for her intricate drawings and paintings that capture local wildlife with a whimsical touch. She graduated from the Queensland College of Art in 2009, earning a Bachelor of Fine Art with first class honours and a university medal for academic achievement. 

Beyond her artistic pursuits, Emily is a passionate teacher, nurturing creativity and wellbeing in young learners. Her art practice plays a crucial role in her mental health journey, and she imbues each artwork with a deep personal connection. 

Emily’s fascination lies in local native Australian animals, and her ambition is to use art to foster understanding, reflection, and connection - both with the animal world and within herself.

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The restless flycatcher flits energetically through the trees, full of boldness. In contrast, the green ribbon symbolises 'green time' - nature’s quiet invitation to slow down. This work reflects the balance I seek between movement and stillness, restlessness and calm. Watching birds like this one reminds me to pause, breathe, and reconnect. Green time has become a gentle remedy for feeling overwhelmed, and this piece is a small tribute to nature’s power to restore and rebalance.