Painting by Tom Gibbs 4 Artworks Sold

So Sighs Deep

Oil, Canvas, Framed by Artist

141cm (W) x 123cm (H) x 7cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
A$4,430

Artwork Description

"So Sighs Deep" portrays a figure in a moment of profound transition, encapsulated by the gentle yet powerful interplay of water around them. Inspired by Gerard Manley Hopkins' "Ash-boughs," this painting captures the essence of both sinking and rising—symbolizing the delicate balance of life's fragility and renewal. The artwork invites viewers to reflect on the ephemerality and beauty inherent in moments of significant personal change.

Artist Bio

Brisbane-based artist Tom Gibbs is a Victorian College of the Arts graduate, honored with the Ian Potter Scholarship and the Graeme Hildebrand Travel Grant. Recognized in numerous awards including twice finalist in the Metro Arts Prize, his art delves into collective memories, exploring the profound connections and universal truths within the human experience.