She seems vulnerable, her gaze fixed on the unseen horizon beyond the barrier. Her expression is one of contemplation, tinged with a hint of longing and uncertainty. It’s as though she is suspended in a moment of quiet reflection, grappling with the invisible constraints that confine her and the weight of her own thoughts.
The predominant use of blue hues envelops the scene in a tranquil yet melancholic ambiance, evoking the depths of the ocean and the vastness of the sky. The interplay of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, casting subtle ripples of movement across the surface of the barrier and imbuing the painting with a sense of surrealism.
Lethbridge Small-Scale Art Award 2024