"our love is here to stay", 48" diameter circle oil on wood, named after the
emilie-claire barlow, (#1 in playlist below), sides gilded gold, lightly varnished, wired and ready to hang.
theme: love is a great foundation
song: our love is here to stay by emilie-claire barlow
named after the song by emilie-claire barlow, this oil painting shines with thick oil paint. the large bouquet for YOU – a gift full of meaning and symbolism. this is the first in a series of large scale florals where each flower and bird to tell a story through symbolism.
the king protea flowers represent courage, strength, and resilience as they can grow in difficult circumstances. they remind us that if love is our foundation, we can overcome whatever comes our way through the support of loved ones. as we, like the sunflowers - look, turn & reach toward the sun or the son - we will find light, life and truth. the hummingbirds remind us that family members and loved ones who've passed on are never truly far from our hearts. they are mindful of us, giving us support when we need it most. the almond blossoms represent hope and the daffodils symbolize rebirth, new beginnings and peacefulness of mind. the three birds in front of the bouquet are indigo bunting, which are known as the "bluebird of happiness". cuckatoos represent commitment to partnerships, group cooperation and the safety of one’s group. you'll find a pair of them working together and overseeing goodness in the branches. a pair of fairy wren whisper to us that it's okay to express ourselves -- that we might soar above the challenges we face. finally, the starling, found at the top between the sunflowers, are symbols of unity - they fly as a group and murmuration, swooping and gliding over fields and pastures.
may this foundation of love and light bring you peace and carry through your hardest times.
