Insidious – Mixed Media Painting

“Insidious”
Collection: Uncharted Territories

Original Artwork by Sónia Oliveira
2022
Watercolor Painting, Decalcomania and Archival Pen on paper (300 gsm)
12 x 12 cm

Surrealism & Introspection

“Insidious” takes us on a profound journey into the enigmatic realm of our subconscious mind, unveiling the hidden layers that shape our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Inspired by the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi, which involves repairing broken pottery with gold, this painting metaphorically represents the transformative process of healing our inner fractures and embracing our authentic selves.

The two draped figures, gracefully gliding across the landscape in delicate shades of pink, embody the essence of compassion and understanding. Like brushes saturated with loving light, they move with purpose, delicately traversing the cracks that deface the black and white ground. These cracks symbolize the karmic wounds, the imprints of past experiences, and the limiting beliefs that have etched themselves into the tapestry of our subconscious.

As we embark on a journey of self-exploration and self-acceptance, we delve into the depths of our being, peering into the crevices of our psyche. The interplay between light and shadow within the cracks mirrors our own inner landscape, revealing the hidden aspects of our desires, fears, and memories. It is through the power of self-compassion, forgiveness, and the recognition of our repressed desires and fears as integral parts of ourselves that we begin to mend the fractures within.

Just as Kintsugi repairs broken pottery with gold, we have the opportunity to infuse our wounds with a higher awareness, transforming them into golden seams of wisdom and strength. The golden consciousness represents the light of understanding, illuminating the dark recesses of our subconscious and offering the potential for healing and integration. By embracing our shadows, validating our experiences, and finding compassion for our past selves, we gradually fill in the cracks with love, acceptance, and self-empowerment.

“Insidious” invites us to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, a courageous exploration of our inner world. Through the tender strokes of awareness and the gentle embrace of self-compassion, we uncover the beauty within our brokenness, forging a path towards wholeness and self-realization. It is a reminder that within the cracks lies the potential for growth, transformation, and the alchemy of becoming our most authentic selves.