A Hopeful Silence

The figures in "A Hopeful Silence" are in a state of shame or resentment, but still hopeful. Whatever hurt or pain they are sharing is strongly connecting them. They are elevated towards each other despite their ability to confront one another. Instead they are attracted through a silent communication, one of hope and continuation. The color blue signifies the "vishuddha" or throat chakra which represents communication and is known as the purification center.

40" x 60" Spraypaint and Acrylic on canvas

July 2013

Anahata Touch

The color green represents the "Anahata" or heart chakra. The heart chakra, symbolizes the consciousness of divine love, is centered in the heart region and initiated by touch. In Sanskrit, Anahata means - unhurt, unstruck and unbeaten. The figures are tightly embracing symbolizing the fact that they have been touched by Anahata and are centered in divine union. 

40" x 60" Spraypaint and Acrylic on canvas

July 2013

Lady Lotus and Her Rock

The color magenta signifies a balance of feminine and masculine energy, as well as symbolizes the "sahasrara" or crown chakra. The female figure in the painting is in the yoga position known as “padmasana” or Lotus Pose. Symbolically, the growth of the lotus flower and its pure beauty from the mud of its origin represents a strong spiritual presence. The unfolding petals suggest the expansion of the spirit towards enlightenment. Lady Lotus then is seated on her rock (the male figure who is supporting her) as she attains enlightenment and shares it with him, while meditating the lotus mudra with her hands.

40" x 60" Spraypaint and Acrylic on canvas

July 2013

The Rip

"The Rip" represents a struggle between man and the evil within that keeps humanity from returning to a spiritual state. The rip can symbolize that moment, a rip in consciousness from the self-defeating ideas to the realization that man is a spiritual being living a human existence, rather than a human seeking out a spiritual existence (Dr. Wayne Dyer). The colors red and yellow signify the "muladhara" or root chakra, which is located at the base of the spine and symbolizes strength. 

40" x 60" Spraypaint and Acrylic on canvas

July 2013

Pull Together, Push Apart

This painting is the theme behind the series of work and reflects a state of coming together. On one side the hands are open and inviting, on the other side they are closed and pushing away, in the middle they are coming together in eagle pose. It consists of earth tones which signify a neutral state, and Gold to depict the achievement in balance and harmony. Ultimately the theme of the work is about positive and negative forces coming together.