30” x 40” Acrylic on Canvas Painting.
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My love for the ocean stems from being a curious child who was always drawn toward sea life. Ever since I can remember, sea creatures have fascinated me because of their unique behaviors and their ability to adapt and overcome. As I began my journey of becoming an artist many years ago, I started taking some of those complex traits and blending them into my own personality.
In my earlier years as an artist, it was tough at times receiving constructive criticism. When you begin something as complicated as creating artwork, it becomes a long process of learning, growing, and accepting both your work and yourself. I wanted to learn how to adapt and overcome in my own environment, just like the creatures I admired, and continue becoming better at painting and drawing.
The title of this painting is You Drown My Fears. One of my favorite things about being an artist is being able to escape my own reality through the creativity in my mind. While painting this piece and incorporating sea life, I also wanted to express my relationship with God. When I am painting and being creative, He drowns my fears and anxiety.
The title has a little bit of wordplay because of the underwater setting and the idea of my fears being “drowned.” It connects the ocean imagery with something much more personal to me.
Through this painting, I also hope to encourage people to make better decisions about how we treat our planet and our oceans. Every day is a new opportunity to start fresh, learn more about these incredible creatures, and discover ways we can help protect their home.
30” x 40” Acrylic on Canvas Painting.
Click the photo above to view the artwork in high resolution. Pinch the screen to zoom in and see the details up close. Use the black arrows on each side to view more photos.
My love for the ocean stems from being a curious child who was always drawn toward sea life. Ever since I can remember, sea creatures have fascinated me because of their unique behaviors and their ability to adapt and overcome. As I began my journey of becoming an artist many years ago, I started taking some of those complex traits and blending them into my own personality.
In my earlier years as an artist, it was tough at times receiving constructive criticism. When you begin something as complicated as creating artwork, it becomes a long process of learning, growing, and accepting both your work and yourself. I wanted to learn how to adapt and overcome in my own environment, just like the creatures I admired, and continue becoming better at painting and drawing.
The title of this painting is You Drown My Fears. One of my favorite things about being an artist is being able to escape my own reality through the creativity in my mind. While painting this piece and incorporating sea life, I also wanted to express my relationship with God. When I am painting and being creative, He drowns my fears and anxiety.
The title has a little bit of wordplay because of the underwater setting and the idea of my fears being “drowned.” It connects the ocean imagery with something much more personal to me.
Through this painting, I also hope to encourage people to make better decisions about how we treat our planet and our oceans. Every day is a new opportunity to start fresh, learn more about these incredible creatures, and discover ways we can help protect their home.
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