The Calm Below
Oil on Canvas on Board
AU$480.00
The Calm Below is a painting that originated from The Birth of a Mayfly, which was inspired by a night walk in a Bavarian forest. It represents a return to my artistic style from the 1990s. I had a strong desire to portray the spirits of the land and their connection to the fish in the sea, which is symbolised in this artwork. The abstract shapes in the painting reminded me of homes built on mountainsides, and this is how they evolved. The tree at the top of the cave signifies the ever-changing turmoil in our world today. Considering the events that transpired in 2023, I believe no further explanation is needed.
Artist Martin W Francis