A chrysanthemum flower, given on Mothers' Day in Australia, forms the foil for this piece. The petals arranged like vigilant sentries encircling a baby swaddled in a nest safely at its heart. The composition radiates a sense of protection and nurturing, with each petal contributing to a gentle barrier that shelters and embraces.
Warm, soft colors enhance the feeling of comfort and tenderness, inviting viewers into an intimate world of nurturing and connection. Subtle, hidden elements—a baby figure echoed in the petals and a Celtic symbol motif woven into the background—add layers of symbolism and invite closer inspection. Through its thoughtful composition and layered meaning, this piece offers a visual meditation on the enduring strength, warmth, and protective love found in motherhood.
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Finish: 2 Varnish System, Satin
Size: 24x18 inches (609.6 x 457.2mm) 1.5 inch (38mm) Edge
Frame: Raw Oak Floating Frame
Size with Frame: 25.5x19.5 Inches (647.7 x 495.3mm) 2.0 inch (53mm) Edge
