Beneath the Surface

Description

“Beneath the Surface”

Part of the “Where the Sky Begins” series

A Celebration of Profound Peace and Effortless Belonging

“Beneath the Surface” is a tribute to the quiet wisdom found in deep self-acceptance—the profound sense of fulfillment that blossoms when you know, without a shadow of a doubt, that you are exactly where you are meant to be. It captures that luminous moment of weightless presence, where every current leads you closer to your true source and every breath is a testament to inherent belonging.

The majestic sea turtle, a symbol of ancient wisdom and graceful longevity, glides effortlessly towards the viewer, bathed in shimmering sunlight that pierces the tranquil water. Its serene gaze embodies the ultimate sense of being—a creature completely at home in its world, moving with unhurried certainty. The filtered light creates a sacred, ethereal space, inviting you to connect with your own depth and discover the secret peace that lies within. This painting is an embodiment of presence—a celebration of the serene power found in absolute alignment.

This artwork honors the intuition that guides you to your rightful place, reminding you that true freedom is not always found in flight, but often in the calm assurance of simply being right where you are. It affirms that the journey of discovery can lead you to a profound and peaceful sense of home.

Key Features:

• Emotional Depth: Evokes feelings of profound peace, serene fulfillment, inherent belonging, weightless tranquility, and quiet certainty.
• Symbolic Imagery: The sea turtle represents ancient wisdom, longevity, and harmonious existence. The filtered sunlight symbolizes inner illumination and clarity.
• Message of Empowerment: A gentle reminder that your true place is always waiting, and that peace is found in trusting your deep, intuitive sense of where you are meant to be.

Having “Beneath the Surface” in your space is an invitation to dive into your own quiet depths—to feel the nourishing joy of presence and the unwavering certainty that the sky begins exactly where you decide to rise, whether in flight or in profound stillness.

Artist’s Reflection

When I began painting “Beneath the Surface,” I was captivated by the idea that true freedom isn’t always about the force of ascent, but sometimes about the certainty of quiet belonging. I wanted to capture the feeling of the soul exhaling—that moment you realize you are exactly where you are meant to be, moving with unhurried wisdom and grace.

The majestic sea turtle, ancient and unhurried, became my symbol for profound presence. Its gentle glide toward the viewer, illuminated by the serene, filtered sunlight, embodies a creature completely aligned with its own source. There is no striving here; there is only fulfillment and depth. The light filtering down through the water represents the clarity and illumination that comes when you trust your deep intuition and stop fighting the current.

This painting is a love letter to the moments of weightless tranquility—the ones that remind us that true power lies not in how fast we swim, but in the unwavering knowledge of our own path.

For me, “Beneath the Surface” is about finding peace in the now. It’s about knowing that even in the quietest depths, your soul is being nourished, and the journey of discovery can lead you to a beautiful, serene sense of home.

About the painting

Medium: oil on gallery-wrapped canvas

Varnish: finished with a UV-protection, gloss varnish

Size: 40 by 50 cm (15.7 by 19.7 inches)

Year: 2025

Original painting

Unframed, wired, ready to hang

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