At your own pace, painting of a woman and her squirrel
Thought : 
It doesn't matter if you're small or big, fast or slow. What you are is what makes you so unique. And it's that trait that makes you the only one who can do what you're made for.
The painting At your own pace depicts a young woman dressed in a long tunic, serenely strolling through a fantastic garden, with a squirrel perched on her shoulder. This garden, evoking a secret and enchanting world, seems to come alive under her influence.
Against a dark, almost nocturnal background, white hues create an ethereal mist, bestowing a mystical and mysterious atmosphere to the scene. The garden that emerges from it appears to float in a dimension where the laws of time are suspended. Behind the woman, a rectangle with clipped corners, tinted with solar gold, forms a kind of portal to this garden, a silent invitation to enter this sacred space dedicated to renewal and inner transformation.
This garden consists of flowers and leaves that seem to be in full metamorphosis. Some of them, in translucent white, appear to emerge slowly, as if they are preparing to absorb color and life. Among them, ginkgo leaves stand out, an ancient symbol of resilience, eternity, and inner peace. They reinforce the idea that this garden is not only a physical space but also a spiritual one, a place of regeneration for the soul.
At the center of the composition, the feminine figure, with her face slightly turned to the side, seems imbued with a mysterious power. Her hands delicately brush against the leaves, creating or shaping this garden from her inner energy. Her features, inspired by Asian aesthetics, with almond-shaped eyes, convey wisdom and a sharp perception of the mysteries surrounding her. A tribal solar symbol shines on her forehead, marking her intimate connection with cosmic forces. The squirrel, her companion, bears the same symbol, reinforcing their spiritual bond.
Her hair, a deep and intense black, resembles an extension of the garden itself. Climbing plants and vaporous white leaves seem to emerge from it, blurring the boundaries between nature and the woman. She does not merely traverse this fantastic world; she is an integral part of it, merging with nature in perfect harmony.
Her garment, a tunic reminiscent of a kimono, evokes a blend of traditions and mysticism. The dominant colors—purple and blue—enhance the sense of spirituality and deep calm, while the embroideries of climbing leaves and flowers in red and white add a touch of life and movement, reflecting the duality between the physical body and the spiritual soul.
As for the squirrel perched on her shoulder, it symbolizes instinct, vivacity, and adaptability. Just like the woman, it observes its surroundings with innate wisdom, responding aptly to every moment. Its calm contrasts with the usual image of the agile and swift animal, symbolizing the importance of following one’s own rhythm, not rushing but taking the necessary time for each action.
The phrase accompanying the painting—“It doesn’t matter if you are small or large, fast or slow. What you are is what makes you unique. And it’s this trait that makes you the only one capable of doing what you are meant to do.” — resonates as an ode to the authenticity and uniqueness of each individual. This text invites one to embrace their own rhythm, not to compare themselves, but to accept their particularities as unique strengths.
The painting, with its thriving plants, colors gradually revealing themselves, and the feminine figure embodying the power of creation, is a true allegory of personal evolution. The squirrel then becomes the guide of this transformation, a reminder that adaptability and patience are keys to navigating the world with confidence and harmony.
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By Emmanuelle Guyon.
Tags : woman, nature, squirrel, painting, symbol, garden, fantastic, mystical, spiritual, motivation, encouragement, metaphor, rhythm, instinct, plant, leaf, flower, ginkgo
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