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"The main focus of my work has become storytelling...
honouring the lives + stories of women
through portraiture."

'Unexplored Territory'

5/24/2013

 
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Unexplored Territory / 20x20 / acrylic on canvas
I just realized that I forgot to share the completed painting I created for my friend Koos de Jongh.  I knew I would incorporate orange as it is his favorite colour (if his shirt isn't orange his shoes are) and also wanted to include Payne's Grey as a deep, masculine charcoal.  I added turquoise as a strong third colour as it feels like sky & reflected water to me.  Bright and fresh and new.  Because I know he's experiencing new change and growth in his life, I added the circular image from a telescope or binoculars which also resemble crosses for the faith required to focus on new paths, to travel in unexplored territory, as I do believe that each of us has more than one way we can contribute.  The scope also is a physical representation of the word, which means 'aim or purpose'.  And finally, the red lines represent enthusiasm, energy, protection and the confidence to go after your dreams.
Linda Bruce
5/24/2013 03:54:24 am

This is beautiful. Koos is very fortunate. Your choice odf colour is rich and brilliant. Thanks for sharing.

Veronica Funk link
5/27/2013 12:58:09 am

Thank you Linda...it was especially nice to work on a piece meant specifically for a friend.


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