Acrylic on stretched canvas, ready to hang.

Signed on the front.

2024 - Acrylic on Canvas

122x152cm, stretched and ready to hang.

"Perseverance” , serves as an expression of the artist's personal journey with incurable chronic illness. The flowing lines, ever dynamic and resilient, mirror the ebb and flow of life's challenges. In their fluidity, they narrate the artist's struggle, reflecting the emotional turbulence that accompanies the experience of grappling with an ongoing health battle.

The choice of brown tones in the background symbolises the grounding nature of resilience, while the ivory, beige, and mustard hues represent the spectrum of emotions that colour the artist's journey. The flowing lines, though at times seemingly chaotic, ultimately coalesce into a tapestry of beauty, echoing the complexity and richness that life, even with its hardships, can offer.

"Perseverance" urges the viewer to embrace the space for mourning and acknowledgment on the difficult days. It advocates for allowing oneself the grace to navigate through bad days, weeks, or months, recognising them as an integral part of the human experience. Yet, amidst the darker tones, there are subtle glimmers of light and hope woven into the very fabric of the piece. These moments of brightness remind us that even in the face of the toughest challenges, there will always be good days and the promise of a new dawn.

In essence, "Perseverance" is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, encouraging us all to find strength and beauty in the midst of adversity. Through the delicate dance of flowing lines, the artist invites us to witness their journey, reminding us that, like the ever-moving currents depicted, life persists with resilience and the promise of brighter days ahead.