Oil on canvas with a golden shellac glaze. I have a poem that helps explain this piece: (full poem is on the reverse of the painting) Beside him, perched with silent grace, An owl, a friend from a distant place. In silence deep, their hearts connect, A bond of trust, profound respect. No words are […]
Acrylic on canvas depicting a homeless war veteran. Many veterans found on their return that they no longer could identify with their old lives . I identify with this man because my Father was also a veteran and I feel this man’s face shows the journey he has been through,
Armani is a Shih Tzu. Though he has recently passed away, he has lived an incredible twenty years. This painting aims to demonstrate a big part he played in his owners\\\’ life despite his small size. His playful antics and boundless energy were a testament to his owner\\\’s zest for life. Armani was a wonderful […]
Nalah is a Belgian Sheppard. This painting aims to capture Nalah\\\’s soft gentle side as opposed to a typical tenacious police dog. Her calm and affectionate nature was a direct extension of her owner\\\’s serene and compassionate personality. Nalah\\\’s gentle eyes and soothing presence mirrored her owner\\\’s empathetic and nurturing spirit, creating a bond that […]
Oil on canvas depicting the Norsemen who invaded and settled in Britain. Along with various other settlers they formed part of my identity.
Handwritten thoughts about making artwork as a challenge when you don’t have much “me” time and the ideas keep coming but the “how to” makes it difficult to proceed. Something small, personally written, on orange paper, a colour that I love, and my shadow sitting next to the writing.
Who is Me, is a bit of a montage of ideas thrown together intuitively. The story it\’s telling is about the formation of identity and the self when it is formed largely to survive to others expectations. Also perhaps, under the surface costume and social masking, there exists an authentic \”Me\”. It is about the […]
Personal Identity is not necessarily the development of evolving ideas and beliefs taken from different aspects of life but a unique set of characteristis that can be used to identify only you.
Con-Fusion delves into the theme of identity through a thought-provoking visual narrative. Featuring a figure with an eye as a head, holding chess pieces by threads, the artwork subtly explores the interplay of control and perception. The contrasting colors of the queen and king on the chessboard suggest a deeper commentary on the forces that […]
