Refuge

"Refuge" is a series of 3D layered artworks, conceived as a sanctuary from the complexities and clamor of everyday life. Inspired by my frequent retreats to the desert—a place where I seek clarity and reassess my life's direction—these pieces capture the profound tranquility and introspective power of such sparse landscapes.

Each work in the series combines laser-cut photographic images that I captured in the desert, with ethereally floating, organic shapes that I've hand-painted and then meticulously cut. These elements coalesce into what might be seen as floating portals or visual representations of the mind's workings in quiet isolation. The desert setting, by stripping away the noise of daily life, brings our deepest thoughts and emotions vividly to the surface.

I have embellished these artworks with gold leaf, echoing its historical use in religious and significant art, imbuing the pieces with a sense of reverence and preciousness. Mirrored acrylic layers not only add a dimension of literal reflection, inviting contemplation, but also integrate fragments of the viewer's image and surroundings, reminding us that we are always present in our places of refuge.

"Refuge" is designed to be a meditative exploration, offering calm and a moment to reflect, yet it also acknowledges that we carry our essence with us, wherever we seek solace.

Prices available upon request.