Holding Fast to Dreams

This vibrant abstract painting features a harmonious blend of pinks, whites, and subtle hints of yellow, creating a soft yet dynamic atmosphere. The brush strokes are bold and expressive, suggesting floral motifs that evoke a sense of blossoming beauty. The layering of colors gives depth to the composition, making the viewer feel as if they're peering into a dreamlike garden filled with swirling shades of color. The overall effect is one of movement and vitality, inviting the observer to lose themselves in the energetic flow of the artwork.
This painting is ideal for brightening up any living space, such as a modern living room or a cozy reading nook. Its warm tones and lively energy can enhance the ambiance of areas like a bedroom or hallway, creating a welcoming and uplifting environment. To maximize its appeal, consider pairing it with light-colored furniture to allow the colors to pop, or use it as a statement piece above a mantle or sofa.

The starting point for this abstract piece has been a reflection on the symbolism of roses in response to the theme of 'unity'. My exploration of the rose theme is through colour: I enjoyed mixing pigments in my own recipes to many different hues of rose red. The rose, of course, has often been associated with the idea of unity between two lovers: red roses stand in for passion, white ones for purity and innocence, pink for gratitude and peace and yellow for friendship. The unity that we associate with roses can be one of a divine or earthly nature. The metaphor of the rose appears in the mythology of many countries across the world; roses have spiritual as well political connotations (as a symbol of socialism). | I enjoyed mainly working with bold brush strokes in this piece being guided by the flow of the painting. This piece as a dreamy and airy quality to it, like much of my recent work. | The canvas has been painted around the edges in a complementary colour. | . The painting comes with a signed certificate of authenticity.