Influenced by the allure of nature and scenic landscapes during the lockdown period, I endeavored to adopt a more relaxed brushstroke technique and enhance the vibrancy of my palette in this piece. Drawing inspiration from my husband’s two aunts trekking through the sun-drenched trails of California, I aimed to capture the essence of their outdoor adventure in bright and vivid brushstrokes.
Inspired by a photograph capturing a child’s playful innocence juxtaposed against the formidable ocean waves, I sought to depict this scene with a more expressive and impressionistic approach. The concept of resilience amidst challenges resonated deeply with me, as I reflected on life’s journey akin to navigating the vast ocean. This image symbolizes the ability to find joy amidst adversity and embrace life’s ebbs and flows with unwavering optimism.
This piece was created during lockdown, coinciding with the year of my sister’s wedding in America, as I observed the joyous occasion from across the globe. That year I gained a newfound appreciation for the Impressionist movement that had eluded me during my earlier years as an artist. Simultaneously, I found myself cherishing my family more profoundly than ever before, resulting in this painting capturing the essence of a radiant day spent in the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens. A joyous recollection woven from cherished past moments and the promise of inspiring ones yet to come.
A peaceful, golden summer afternoon. Three cousins are quietly absorbed in their creations. Warm light fills the room from behind, where it is cooled by the interior. And thus a moment is caught forever. Inspired by Pierre Bonnard’s vibrant and memory-filled interiors.
The third in the series “Outside, Within”, this work is an exploration of man’s place within the context of the world around him, as a spectator in this world, both as a part of it and apart from it. The figure seems poised either in contemplation, appreciation of her surroundings, or in fear of the unknown lying ahead.
The second in the series “Outside, Within”, this work is an exploration of man’s place within the context of the world around him, as a spectator in this world, both as a part of it and apart from it. The figure appears to be either wandering or lost, through a tame wilderness that is beautiful, busy and constant, which I enjoyed exploring through my brushwork.
This is the first in a series of three paintings. The theme “Outside, Within” relates to man as a spectator in this world, both as a part of it and apart from it. The wilderness in which one may find oneself is both formidable and inviting, and as a reluctant participant, one has little choice but to move forth in the spirit of discovery and faith and to uncover the beauty of the moment.
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