The Animal within the Dream | Painting | by Kirsten Lovelock

From her solo exhibition The Quiet Familiar, Wellington-based artist Kirsten Lovelock creates symbolist paintings that weave together personal narratives and metaphysical themes. Inspired by New Zealand's landscapes and her own biographical journeys, her works are rich with emotive layers and intricate storytelling.

"The girl, hides with no face, she is resting until she is ready for what she wants to become. Her blue hair evokes rebellion, sensitivity and immersion in thought. Introspection. The cat sits in the box with the girl and represents intuition, independence and mystery, it is safe and comforted. The river and marshland symbolise transition, where the river is continuous, sometimes unpredictable in its path, but a calm flowing body of water with direction. The blue flower trees connote peace, hope and awareness."

Medium: Acrylic on board

Dimensions: 625mm x 830mm

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