Size: 800 x 800mm
Medium: Oil on stretched canvas
Year: 2022
I started this painting with yellow and orange Leucadendron flamed shapes: Fire. Then I painted over this with quiet blue and grey colours symbolizing wind; water; creation. The result is a tranquil effect of colours and shapes with layers of depth. I am happy with this one!
This work is part of my “Response” series:
“Response” is a series of oil paintings created from a place of abundance and deep gratitude. The lyrics of the song “Gratitude”, by Brandon Lake, resonate with me: “I’ve got one response, I’ve got just one move…”.
I have but one response to abundance and goodness – and that is a thankful life.
Every brush stroke comes from within and is intuitively applied to the canvas as an act of thankfulness. Each artwork an anthem of praise. I find pleasure in expressing my gratitude in this way.
As the fynbos in creation brings praise to its Creator by being what it is: plants that grow, flower, and flourish in all conditions – so I will bring praise by being who I am created to be: an artist.
My art is my gratitude.