Painting by Monica M 1 Artwork Sold

The softest hour

Oil, Canvas, Ready to hang

90cm (W) x 90cm (H) x 4cm (D)

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A$5,600

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Artwork Description

The Softest Hour is inspired by a quiet moment I return to again and again — one that makes no sound, yet lingers deeply in the heart.

This painting was born in stillness, in the delicate space between light and shadow, between sadness and peace. The blooms emerged slowly, layer by layer, like whispers from a memory I wanted to hold onto. As I painted, I thought of my mother — how her love always felt this way: gentle, steady, and full of grace.

Set against a calm blue ground reminiscent of the sky just before dusk, this work reflects the hour when everything softens. It holds love, grief, and healing together — a reminder that beauty does not need to be loud to be powerful, and that tenderness can carry great strength.

The Softest Hour brings a profound sense of calm and reassurance. It offers a visual exhale — a reminder that not every moment needs intensity to be meaningful.

For the collector, this work becomes:

A source of emotional quiet and grounding

A piece that softens both the space and the mood

A daily invitation to slow down and rest the eyes

An artwork that grows more comforting over time

It is chosen not to impress, but to soothe — a companion piece for gentle living.

Artist Bio

Art has always been part of my life, even when I didn’t realize it. As a child, my mum would gently hold my hand and take me to summer school, enrolling me in drawing and painting classes. I still remember the joy of winning a school art competition in 3rd grade—though I no longer have the painting, the feeling of being seen and encouraged has never left me.
Years later, after the devastating loss of my mother and the painful end of my career due to traumatic experiences and mental health struggles, I found myself turning back to painting—not just as a creative outlet, but as a lifeline. Art became my way of healing, a space where I could process grief, reconnect with joy, and rediscover the little girl who once painted freely and fearlessly.
When I paint now, I feel as though I’m that child again—safe, curious, and deeply loved. It’s as if my mum is right there with me, guiding my hand just like she used to. My work is a reflection of this journey: tender, emotional, and full of quiet strength. Through each brushstroke, I find a sense of peace and presence—and I hope others feel that too when they connect with my art.
I developed a distinctive style characterised by my love for nature and my paintings often explore themes of freedom, tranquility, and the beauty of the natural world, capturing moments of peace and reflection. As an artist, my goal is to create pieces that not only beautify spaces but also inspire and evoke thought. My art is an invitation to step into my world—one where imagination and nature intertwine.

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Monica's studio is in Brisbane