Waterways and Heatwaves — Study 2 captures the landscape mid-storm, when heavy rain transforms water into something darker, deeper and more commanding.

Dense layers of navy and blue wool dominate the composition, punctuated by flashes of rust, red and pink beneath the surface. The direction and texture of the tufting echo the weight of falling rain and the shifting character of waterways as they swell and fill.

Part of the acclaimed Waterways and Heatwaves series, this tufted textile artwork interprets landscape through colour and feeling rather than literal detail — distilling a specific atmosphere, a single moment in time.

A deep blue hand-painted frame extends the artwork beyond the textile itself, carrying the intensity of the water right to its edge.

Own an original piece of contemporary textile art that brings movement, mood and depth to any wall.

Artist: Thea Gray 

Year: 2026

Size: 39cm x 39cm

Medium: Wool and acrylic yarn

Framed: Handmade wooden frame