Patrick Oates' work explores the intersection of landscape, identity, and family history. His experimental paintings delve into queer identity, trauma, and the unknown, weaving a complex portrait of strangers and place. Through his work, Oates paints an inner monologue, translating thoughts, emotions, and memories onto canvas. This introspective process yields vibrant, dreamlike scenes that blur the lines between reality and inner world. Exhibited in galleries across Australia and America, his work offers a fresh perspective on the human experience.