The Calming Presence is a mixed-media painting that explores quiet reassurance through color, symbolism, and material contrast. At the center, a gilded feline emerges with closed eyes and steady breath, surrounded by soft, floating forms that blur the line between water, air, and protection. Resting above is a small yellow duck — an unexpected but intentional symbol of comfort, innocence, and emotional grounding.
Metal leaf catches and reflects light across the surface, giving the piece a subtle movement as the viewer shifts perspective. The surrounding palette of blush pinks, turquoise, lavender, and warm gold creates a sense of buoyancy and calm, reinforcing the feeling of being held rather than submerged.
This work speaks to the quiet strength found in gentleness — the presence that steadies us without force, watches without urgency, and protects simply by being there.
Artwork Details
Artwork is an original mixed media, oil pastel, acrylic, rubber duck and metal leaf painting created on a 1” deep gallery wood panel. The solid wood surface provides a smooth, stable foundation that enhances the layered color fields and luminous gilded accents.
The edges are finished in genuine gold leaf, creating a radiant halo effect around the piece and allowing it to feel complete and sculptural when displayed unframed.
The artwork is titled and signed on the back and will arrive professionally wired and ready to hang.
Shipping & Pickup
Free Shipping to US and Canada
I currently offer standard shipping within the continental United States and Canada. If you live outside these areas, please contact me directly to discuss possible international shipping options.
Each original painting is carefully packaged and shipped from my studio in Kansas City, Missouri within two weeks of the purchase date.
If you would prefer to arrange a local pickup from my Kansas City studio, I’m happy to coordinate a time that works for you. Please reach out after purchase to schedule.
The Calming Presence is a mixed-media painting that explores quiet reassurance through color, symbolism, and material contrast. At the center, a gilded feline emerges with closed eyes and steady breath, surrounded by soft, floating forms that blur the line between water, air, and protection. Resting above is a small yellow duck — an unexpected but intentional symbol of comfort, innocence, and emotional grounding.
Metal leaf catches and reflects light across the surface, giving the piece a subtle movement as the viewer shifts perspective. The surrounding palette of blush pinks, turquoise, lavender, and warm gold creates a sense of buoyancy and calm, reinforcing the feeling of being held rather than submerged.
This work speaks to the quiet strength found in gentleness — the presence that steadies us without force, watches without urgency, and protects simply by being there.
Artwork Details
Artwork is an original mixed media, oil pastel, acrylic, rubber duck and metal leaf painting created on a 1” deep gallery wood panel. The solid wood surface provides a smooth, stable foundation that enhances the layered color fields and luminous gilded accents.
The edges are finished in genuine gold leaf, creating a radiant halo effect around the piece and allowing it to feel complete and sculptural when displayed unframed.
The artwork is titled and signed on the back and will arrive professionally wired and ready to hang.
Shipping & Pickup
Free Shipping to US and Canada
I currently offer standard shipping within the continental United States and Canada. If you live outside these areas, please contact me directly to discuss possible international shipping options.
Each original painting is carefully packaged and shipped from my studio in Kansas City, Missouri within two weeks of the purchase date.
If you would prefer to arrange a local pickup from my Kansas City studio, I’m happy to coordinate a time that works for you. Please reach out after purchase to schedule.
