BOUND BY VALUES AND BELIEFS

Acrylic on canvas

79 x 65cm  

32x25.5 inch

DESCRIPTION

The painting delves deeper into the emotional experience of resisting societal pressure and the power of finding kindred spirits. You resist the pressure to conform, holding tightly to your own values and beliefs that set you apart. It captures the internal struggle of feeling disconnected from the majority, symbolized through contrasting colors and forms that seem at odds with one another.

The turning point—finding a connection with someone else who shares your values—is portrayed through vibrant, harmonious colors, representing the clarity and relief that come with discovering someone who truly understands you. The bond you form with that person transcends geographical distance, rooted in shared beliefs and values. This is depicted through subtle interwoven lines or colors that travel across the canvas, connecting distant elements.

The sense of relief and clarity that comes from this meeting is reflected in harmonious tones and flowing shapes, symbolizing the joy of discovering that true belonging isn't about following the crowd, but embracing your authentic self.

The narrative is not just about the struggle of being different, but about the beauty and power of finding connection beyond borders. It reinforces that true belonging isn't about conformity, but about authenticity. It reflects how shared values can unite individuals in profound ways, no matter how far apart they may be.

"Bound by Values and Beliefs" celebrates the beauty of finding like-minded people who share your beliefs, reinforcing that the most meaningful connections are built on authenticity, not conformity.