Nathan Paddison is an Australian artist whose works are all based around a sense of fun, self-expression, and being oneself without fear. He portrays themes from his past, including his battle with addiction, as well as pets and animals in his life. Paddison places importance on color and energy, allowing the canvas to dictate where the painting goes. He paints mostly with acrylics but also employs enamel, pastels, markers, ink, oils, oil stick, collage, and coins.