Flight to Australia

Artist – Elena Naylor

Sponsored by: Stagecoach

Design Description

‘The Flight to Australia’ design was inspired both by the life and flying achievements of Amy Johnson (Amy and her aeroplane) and Australia (kangaroo warning sign and stylised succulents). The artwork was influenced by the Art Nouveau and the Art Deco styles.

Artist Statement

Elena Naylor is a Russian born artist, who studied fine art and design for 14 years, firstly at art school, then at University. She uses a variety of subjects and media, from classic fine art to modern digital art, from fairy tale animals to apocalyptic landscapes. Most of her artworks are influenced by the Art Nouveau style.