Compass rose, portrait of an adventurous soul
The painting "Rose of the Winds" invites adventure, to take the road or the sea, and explores the themes of freedom, travel, and the unknown.
On the white background of the canvas, an imposing circle emerges as a large mandala. The outer edge of this circle is adorned with small semi-circles, evoking the hundreds of petals of a flower with a yellow and black heart. This composition gives the circle the appearance of a large, mysterious flower. At its center, a starry night unfolds in deep blue tones, referencing the orientation and guiding role of the stars. This representation also symbolizes the unknown and the dangers that the night may conceal.
On this starry background, an immaculate rose of the winds takes its place. This universal symbol of direction and guidance evokes the indispensable tool for any adventurer, deeply ingrained in the collective imagination. It is the landmark that structures exploration and inspires confidence in the face of the vastness of the world.
At the bottom of the painting, tall ocean waves, strong and turbulent, dominate the composition. These undulations, rising from both corners of the painting to clash at the center, create a dramatic dynamic. The ocean, symbolizing freedom and infinite adventure, is portrayed in all its majesty and inaccessibility, reminding us that the quest for freedom is never without challenges.
Above this tumultuous ocean, a series of black and violet plants rise, adding a mystical and organic dimension to the whole. These plants seem to symbolize growth, resilience, and transformation in the face of the elements.
At the center of the work, a young woman is depicted in profile. Her long red hair is swept by an invisible wind, pulled to the front of her face as if to illustrate a breath of freedom that disrupts everything in its path. A small stem adorned with white leaves holds her hair behind her ear, adding a touch of delicacy to her appearance. The expression on her face is determined and full of strength: she gazes at the horizon with resolve, embodying the spirit of the adventurer.
Subtle details enrich her portrait: a solar symbol is tattooed on her forehead, representing both light, vital energy, and a guide in the darkness. Beneath her eye, a small black heart adds a touch of emotion and mystery, perhaps evoking the complex feelings related to adventure and the unknown. She wears a sailor's shirt, an emblematic garment of sailors, here reimagined with pastel violet stripes on a white background. On her shoulder, an embroidered solar symbol recalls the one on her forehead, reinforcing the idea of coherence between her appearance and her quest.
"Rose of the Winds" is thus a work that combines the energy of nature, the strength of travel, and the depth of symbols to create a true invitation to explore the unknown with courage and determination.
My paintings are sent from Mexico with tracking number. The delivery time may take time depending on your geolocation (between 4 and 6 weeks). Please take this information into account before ordering. Your tracking number will be provided to you when your package has left.
Have a question? Contact us.
By Emmanuelle Guyon.
Tags : wave, woman, rose of the winds, compass, adventurer, adventure, symbol, freedom, travel, direction, ocean, mandala, night, star, quest, exploration
OUR SERVICES
A PROPOS
INFORMATIONS