"Soul" 7" x 10" Acrylic and Gouache on Handmade Linen Paper with a Deckled Edge

"Soul" is an evocative portrayal of introspection and quiet resilience. The composition features a singular, expansive tree whose textured canopy seems to envelop and nurture a smaller form nestled beneath it. The muted earthy tones, layered with soft, delicate dots, create a dreamlike sense of presence, as if the scene exists both in nature and within the depths of memory. The sweeping brushstrokes of white surrounding the forms offer a feeling of vastness, a quiet space where thoughts and emotions settle. The golden-dotted borders add a sense of the ethereal, hinting at the unseen connections that shape our experiences. There is a tenderness in the way the larger tree curves toward the smaller, suggesting protection, guidance, or even the relationship between past and present selves.