A Place of Peace Perched between earth and water, the figure rests in a moment of suspended stillness—neither fully grounded nor adrift. Her body, painted in molten tones of fire and gold, becomes both subject and landscape; a living embodiment of transformation. Draped fabrics in amber, ochre and deep chocolate fall around her like remnants of a past self, suggesting both protection and release.

The tree—ancient, weathered, unwavering—anchors her. It holds her as she leans back in quiet surrender, one arm extended upward in a gesture that feels both reaching and remembering. Beneath her, the water lies calm and expansive, reflecting a world softened by distance and introspection.

This work speaks to the space between intensity and peace—the moment after the storm, where the body still carries heat but the mind begins to settle. It is about returning to self. About holding power without needing to perform it. About finding stillness not by escaping life, but by fully inhabiting it.

Colour Psychology & Meaning

Burnt Orange / Fire Tones (Body)

Energy, vitality, and emotional release
Represents transformation, courage, and the shedding of old layers
Suggests a woman reclaiming her power after intensity

Gold (Highlights & Accents)

Symbol of worth, illumination, and higher consciousness
Reflects inner richness and self-recognition
Adds a sacred, almost ceremonial quality to the figure

Deep Red (Legs & Undertones)

Passion, life force, and grounding
Connects to primal strength and instinct
Anchors the emotional intensity of the piece

Ochre / Yellow Draping

Warmth, optimism, and renewal
Suggests light entering after a darker period
Balances the intensity of reds and oranges with hope

Chocolate Brown (Fabric)

Stability, protection, and earth connection
Represents grounding and safety
Adds weight and contrast, preventing the palette from becoming overwhelming

Muted Greens & Greys (Tree & Background)

Calm, restoration, and natural balance
Symbolise healing and reconnection with nature
Create a soft, contemplative atmosphere

Soft Grey Water

Stillness, reflection, and emotional neutrality
Provides space for the viewer to pause and breathe
Acts as a visual exhale against the warmth of the figure Photography, Acrylic and mixed media on canvas. Stretched on frame. Ready to hang. 890(w) x 1300(h)

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