Elemental Showcase –
“Becoming ONE with the Universe”
“Becoming ONE with the Universe” is my deeply personal artwork, a visual diary reflecting nine transformative days I spent immersed in the serene hills. This piece, created with vibrant acrylic colors on a sturdy wood board (approximately 8×10 inches, similar to a standard canvas size), came about when we were tasked with creating a final art piece based on a natural element. My answer was not an external object, but a profound realization: I chose myself, declaring, “I am that natural element.”
This painting articulates my journey of understanding this profound connection. The vertical borders of the canvas depict the strong forms of pine trees and hills veiled in monsoon mist under a night sky, immediately rooting the piece in the very environment that inspired it.
At the heart of the composition, a female figure embraces herself, a powerful symbol of deep self-love and acceptance I cultivated during those days. Her vibrantly colored lower half represents the rich spectrum of human vibrations and the essential importance of touch and movement. Within this core, an eye is prominently placed, signifying both my personal awakening and serving as a nod to my signature skill in human portraiture.
Moving upwards, several intricate patterns converge and merge into a single, unified soul, reflecting the fundamental interconnectedness and shared essence that binds us all. Mirroring nature’s constant growth and change, the head of this female figure gracefully evolves into tree-like branches, adorned with bright, glowing lights at their tips. These
lights symbolize the emergence of new ideas, fresh thoughts, and profound connections I made. This evolution beautifully illustrates that, just like the surrounding nature, I too am continuously growing and transforming.
Ultimately, “Becoming ONE with the Universe” is my visual testament to how I discovered and solidified my intrinsic place within the natural world. This was achieved through both embracing self-love and truly letting nature itself hug and nurture me.