My Strength, My Song
Framed original Acrylic Painting on stretched canvas in float frame by @houseofprint.
(w) 63 cm x (h) 25.5 cm x (d) 4 cm (Canvas Size)
(w) 66 cm x (h) 28.5 cm x (d) 5.5 cm (Framed Size)
In my latest series of “Australian Botanicals” I explore themes of growth and change. I felt the Australian bush was well placed to encompass themes of adaptation. Australian Flowers and botanicals not only survive in extreme circumstances but also display characteristics of thriving in the midst of hardship. I feel this is true for growth as well. Whilst we all enjoy the benefits of periods when life feels a bit easier, growth usually comes about through periods of difficulty.
This piece features a rich blue background with a central bright red Waratah and warm cream Banksias surrounding. The Waratah is an iconic Australian flower and the bright crimson varieties certainly stand out. They can withstand tough conditions with the extreme Australian climate, sometimes even bushfires. They have dormant buds in their underground stem which can sprout and survive the effects of fire.
For me, “the Lord is my strength and my song”. Thanksgiving and joy in celebrating God’s goodness and reliance on God rather than purely human strength brings me comfort. What makes your heart sing, and what brings you strength in times of difficulty?
Framed original Acrylic Painting on stretched canvas in float frame by @houseofprint.
(w) 63 cm x (h) 25.5 cm x (d) 4 cm (Canvas Size)
(w) 66 cm x (h) 28.5 cm x (d) 5.5 cm (Framed Size)
In my latest series of “Australian Botanicals” I explore themes of growth and change. I felt the Australian bush was well placed to encompass themes of adaptation. Australian Flowers and botanicals not only survive in extreme circumstances but also display characteristics of thriving in the midst of hardship. I feel this is true for growth as well. Whilst we all enjoy the benefits of periods when life feels a bit easier, growth usually comes about through periods of difficulty.
This piece features a rich blue background with a central bright red Waratah and warm cream Banksias surrounding. The Waratah is an iconic Australian flower and the bright crimson varieties certainly stand out. They can withstand tough conditions with the extreme Australian climate, sometimes even bushfires. They have dormant buds in their underground stem which can sprout and survive the effects of fire.
For me, “the Lord is my strength and my song”. Thanksgiving and joy in celebrating God’s goodness and reliance on God rather than purely human strength brings me comfort. What makes your heart sing, and what brings you strength in times of difficulty?