Not Here to Muck Around original collage by Sandra Gale featuring a cobalt blue vase, pink leaves and chartreuse border hanging on a wall.
Original mixed media collage with a cobalt blue spotted vase, pink leaves, pale pink striped background and chartreuse border.
Angled view of Not Here to Muck Around showing the cradled plywood board and varnished edge.
1. Side view of Sandra Gale’s original mini artwork showing the 38 mm edge and ready-to-hang finish.
Not Here to Muck Around original collage by Sandra Gale featuring a cobalt blue vase, pink leaves and chartreuse border hanging on a wall.
Original mixed media collage with a cobalt blue spotted vase, pink leaves, pale pink striped background and chartreuse border.
Angled view of Not Here to Muck Around showing the cradled plywood board and varnished edge.
1. Side view of Sandra Gale’s original mini artwork showing the 38 mm edge and ready-to-hang finish.

“Not Here To Muck Around” Original Still Life by Sandra Gale

$290.00
Only 1 available

20.3 × 25.4 × 3.8 cm | Mixed media acrylic paint and paper collage on cradled plywood board | Unframed, ready to hang

A cobalt blue vase with leopard-print-inspired spots, pink leaves and a chartreuse border that absolutely holds its own.

She’s bold, direct and knows who she is, but there’s kindness there too. A great piece for a shelf, desk, dressing table or gallery wall.

20.3 × 25.4 × 3.8 cm | Mixed media acrylic paint and paper collage on cradled plywood board | Unframed, ready to hang

A cobalt blue vase with leopard-print-inspired spots, pink leaves and a chartreuse border that absolutely holds its own.

She’s bold, direct and knows who she is, but there’s kindness there too. A great piece for a shelf, desk, dressing table or gallery wall.

🖼️ One-of-a-Kind Original
🌈 Handmade in Australia
🪵 38 mm varnished edge
🚚 Free Shipping Australia-wide

  • What it holds

    A cobalt blue vase sits front and centre, covered in dark, irregular spots inspired by leopard print. Pink leaves fan out from the top, with soft pink stripes behind them and a chartreuse border framing the whole piece.

    This one has a strong personality. She tells it how it is, gets on with things and doesn’t feel the need to soften herself for everyone else. But she’s not harsh. She’s kind, clear and very much in her own lane.

    Story & inspiration

    This one started with the colour palette. I pulled out painted paper offcuts I loved, worked from a sketch, and then figured out how to make those colours sing together.

    I’m always drawn to cobalt blue, so that was an easy yes. I wanted the vase to have some texture, but not so much that it took over the flowers, so I used darker shapes to create a leopard-print-inspired pattern.

    The pink leaves were new for me, and I love how they turned out. Same with the chartreuse border. It was a fun experiment in combining colours differently to normal and I absolutely adore the result.

    Where it lives best

    At 20.3 × 25.4 cm, this one works beautifully on a bookshelf, dressing table, desk or as part of a gallery wall.

    The 38 mm cradled board means it can stand on a stable shelf or hang straight on the wall, so it’s easy to slot into a home that already has plenty going on.

    • The cobalt blue and chartreuse bring a strong hit of colour to a shelf or wall that needs some life.

    • Her direct energy is a good reminder that you can be clear without being unkind.

    • The leopard-print-inspired pattern adds personality without competing with the rest of your space.

    • Her compact size makes it easy to add original art to a bookshelf, desk nook or gallery wall.

    • The finished cradled board gives you the option to style her standing up or hang her straight away.

    • Title: Not Here to Muck Around

    • Medium: Original mixed media acrylic paint and paper collage on cradled plywood board

    • Size: 20.3 × 25.4 × 3.8 cm (W × H × D)

    • Frame: Unframed | ready to hang | 38 mm board edge is varnished for a clean look

    • Orientation: Portrait

    • Finish: Signed, professionally finished for longevity, and ready to hang

    • One of a kind, original artwork by Australian artist Sandra Gale

  • Australia
    Free shipping from South Australia. Every artwork is carefully packed with protective materials to ensure it arrives in perfect condition, ready to hang. All original art requires a signature on delivery for security.

    International
    Shipping is calculated at checkout. Most orders arrive within 2–4 weeks of dispatch. Your artwork will be professionally packed to gallery standards. Any taxes, duties, or import fees are the responsibility of the buyer (please check your local rules).

    Returns & Damage Policy
    I don’t accept returns on original artworks for change of mind, but I’m happy to create a free digital mock-up of how the piece could look in your space before you buy. Just email me a photo of your wall.

    If your artwork arrives damaged in transit, please contact me straight away and I’ll make it right. Every artwork is fully insured during shipping so you can purchase with confidence. To process a claim, I’ll need:

    • Photos of the damaged packaging before opening

    • Photos of the artwork inside the packaging, with the damage visible

    This helps me lodge a quick claim with the courier so we can resolve it smoothly.

Artist’s Note

This one was a colour experiment from the start, and I think that’s why I enjoy her so much. I love the cobalt blue with the pink leaves and chartreuse border. She feels confident and a bit cheeky, which is probably why I’m so fond of her.

Sandra x