• An oil painting depicting kyneton clock tower with flying birds, framed in a natural wood border. The painting features a textured, rustic style with a pale blue-gray sky, a beige clock tower, and gray buildings.
  • A framed oil painting depicting kyneton clock tower building with birds, displayed on a dusty rose wall in a modern living room setting with a pink armchair and a potted plant.
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Shay Pappas Artist

On Wings of Time

On Wings of Time

Some places don't measure time by the clock.

They measure it by the birds that pass, the changing light, and the stories carried on the breeze.

This original oil painting is inspired by the clock tower in Kyneton, Macedon Ranges, Victoria.

Artwork Details

Size: 81 x 46cm

Medium: Oil on Board

Framing: Framed in a beautiful hand made Tasmanian oak floating / gallery frame.

Shipping: From my studio to your home. Each painting is carefully wrapped and securely packaged to protect it on its journey, then safely sent anywhere in Australia, ready to hang and enjoy.

The Story Behind The Painting

Standing proudly on the main street of Kyneton, the historic clock tower has quietly watched over generations, marking the passing of days while life unfolds beneath its gaze.


In On Wings of Time, contemporary Australian artist Shay Pappas captures one of those fleeting moments that so often define country life, as galahs sweep effortlessly past the sunlit clock face, their graceful flight becoming part of the town's daily rhythm.


Warm creams meet gentle blues as sculptural shadows dance across the heritage architecture, while layers of expressive texture bring depth, movement and character to every surface.


The intricate details of the clock face contrast beautifully with the freedom of the birds, reminding us that while time continues its steady march, nature follows its own gentle rhythm. Inspired by the timeless charm of regional Victoria, this original oil painting invites collectors to pause and appreciate the quiet beauty found in familiar places.


Rich with atmosphere and story, it is an ideal piece for lovers of Australian architecture, country towns and native birdlife, while offering art collectors and interior designers a distinctive original artwork that celebrates both heritage and freedom.


If this scene stirs memories of places close to your heart, On Wings of Time is ready to become part of your own story.

Living With the Artwork


Its tall, elegant format makes On Wings of Time a beautiful choice for a hallway, entrance, stairwell or narrow wall where its vertical composition naturally draws the eye upward.

Whether displayed on its own or alongside a thoughtfully curated collection of artworks, it brings a sense of history, movement and quiet sophistication to contemporary interiors.

$950.00 AUD
$950.00 AUD
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