Daylight dwindles in the Northern Hemisphere at the approach of winter. It is especially noticeable as our planet revolves from November to December.
It’s a time of year that gives some people cause for despair as we plunge into darkness and the cold damp air that is a hallmark of Irish winter weather.
I love the outdoors and having my window open and the feel of warm sunshine on my skin in the summer months. No amount of Vitamin D can replace that feeling. Wrapping up to keep warm to prevent unnecessary tensing of muscles is one of my winter devices.
As we glide through the sublime colours of autumn, I acknowledge the in-between state of leaving any semblance of summer and preparing to embrace the winter as best I can.
I have developed my own strategies for keeping my mental health in check in the winter. Through my art work I have created a collection of paintings entitled ‘The Sacred Lives of Trees’. People who have visited my exhibitions have rightly noted that I have favoured the depiction of winter trees. In other words, the branches are most likely to be bare. Some are catching the sun and some are wavering in the wind at the approach of a storm.
Observing the beauty of nature, is actually a well-being strategy for me.
"That which, diverts our minds from perceived problems and dilemmas, is worthy of being appreciated and framed."
Caroline Cunningham, Artist
One of my tree paintings is entitled ‘The In Between’. In this painting the viewer stands between the darkness and the light. There are moments in this place of in-between where our true essence is impressed even more upon us. Learning to embrace our darkness is just as important as the brilliance of our light.
Every season has it's challenges whether you live in the northern or southern hemisphere. The original painting of The In Between now resides in a home of a very talented lady in Finland. However, there are lots of options for you to embrace The In Between as it is available in print form with many additional options. It can be framed for your wall or it can be customised for your cushion cover, tote bag, phone cover or face mask even.
Check out the many options available through my on-line print store at Fine Art America.
Through my art and writing I share stories and inspiration for transformation, healing and dreams turning to reality. When you visit my gallery you glimpse my journey, my authentic path. It took a ‘Break True’ moment to point me towards developing my artistic talents. It’s never too late to make a new start. I’ve achieved a lot in a relatively short time. My work has been presented in New York as part of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, has been displayed on county Post Office and has been show-cased on National TV. Read more about my art journey here.
Artists in Carlow are keeping the dream alive with a summer art exhibition right in the heart of the town. Every Saturday in July 2018, Carlovians and tourists will have the opportunity to view and purchase artwork produced by local artists. Thanks to artist Elwira Bernaciak for volunteering to curate and organise this show on […]
In the lead up to Carlow Art Festival in 2015, a group of artists came together under the banner of the Pure Thinking community. They set about drawing larger than life portraits of their chosen inspirational Carlow people for display on the exterior panels of Carlow County Post Office. "The Carlow Arts Festival’s committee curated the portraits […]
Created in the Spirit of Gratitude Trees are constantly moving in unison with the wind, the minerals of the soil, the light of the sun and the earth's water. They clench the soil and reach into the heavens while witnessing every moment of Earth's revolution. They provide shelter and homes. They may blossom and wither, […]
