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.
Details
Original, one-of-a-kind artwork
Mixed media with metal leaf
Painted on round wood panel
Signed by the artist
Ready to hang
Ideal for collectors drawn to contemporary symbolism, luminous surfaces, and emotionally resonant work.
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.
Details
Original, one-of-a-kind artwork
Mixed media with metal leaf
Painted on round wood panel
Signed by the artist
Ready to hang
Ideal for collectors drawn to contemporary symbolism, luminous surfaces, and emotionally resonant work.
