Watercolour and acrylic on pastel paper.
Framed with gold gilt frame
58cm x77cm x 1.5cm
 
"Out of the Fragile Comes Forth Sweetness" is a watercolour, gouache, and gold leaf painting on pastel paper. It depicts five roses, with each petal made from a shard of broken porcelain rimmed with gold. Hovering above is a studious bee, with some petals falling from the body of the rose. This painting speaks of the fragility and beauty of life, illustrating how from the fragile, sweetness can still emerge. The roses symbolise resilience and the ability to find beauty amidst adversity, while the bee represents industriousness and the transformative power of perseverance.