Offside sisters 'Half Forward'

'Half Forward'

This painting depicts the sunny part of the year in which mother and daughter are reunited and the earth is rich with colour

Mixed media on canvas framed in raw oak

the familiar tale becomes a story of independence and self-empowerment

Framed and ready to hang

Offside sisters 'Half Forward'This semi abstract figurative painting is part of my Contained series, exploring themes of presence and restraint. This painting is a modern interpretation of Dorothy and her ruby red shoes. The delicate interplay of pattern is echoed both in the striped dress and the reflection onto the floor, creating a sense of continuity and depth. The subject gazes impassively to the side, her expression enigmatic, her focus beyond the frame, inviting the viewer