The Mortal And Strong is all about shining a light on health inequalities through art. The exhibit in May featured 100 Voices of lived experience, sharing their journeys with life-changing or incurable health conditions from a young age. There was a stunning photography series inspired by Kintsugi (finding beauty in the broken), alongside 100 pieces of art inspired by these stories. This is a doctor-led campaign combining education, support, and advocacy in such an impactful way.
This piece was inspired by the incredible Karianne (Voice #5) who was in the very early stages of treatment for breast cancer when she interviewed for her podcast. She talked about how she had navigated being a working mum with two children whilst adjusting to the life changing diagnosis. You can listen to it here - https://www.mortalandstrong.com/voices-1
Title: Growing From The Darkness Into The LightSize: 50cm by 50cm
My commissions are not portraits in the traditional sense; they are layered spaces where stories take shape. Every mark carries meaning. The early layers hold what is private and unseen, while the surface reveals what has grown through and wishes to be visible. The result is a work that belongs deeply to its owner, but also invites new readings whenever it is encountered.
This piece sold via The Mortal And Strong Auction.
Growing From Darkness Into The Light
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This painting is framed and ready to hang. (You just have to decide where it's going to live!). It has been finished with a sealing coat of acrylic medium and then varnished with three layers of Satin Polymer Varnish with UVLS (Ultra-Violet Light Stabiliser) for protection. Use a dry, lint free, cloth for dusting.




