Grateful

2012
Acrylic on Canvas (Five-Panel Composition)
Dimensions: 18 x 24 in, 12 x 24 in, 12 x 36 in, 12 x 36 in, 18 x 24 in

Collector’s Notes

Composition:
Spanning five canvases, Grateful unfurls like a visual symphony — two central hearts rising in union, encircled by graceful spirals and rhythmic motifs that ripple outward across the panels. The multi-canvas format enhances the sense of expansion, allowing the imagery to grow beyond its boundaries, echoing the boundless nature of love and gratitude.

Color & Light:
A warm palette of earthy reds, rich browns, and soft golds envelops the work in an atmosphere of intimacy and grounding. The interplay of deep tones with luminous highlights evokes both warmth and elegance, while the glowing reds at the heart of the composition symbolize passion, devotion, and the quiet flame of thankfulness.

Medium & Texture:
Layered brushwork, textured detailing, and circular motifs provide depth and tactility. The organic flow of spirals contrasts with the solidity of the hearts, creating a balance of movement and stillness. The tactile surfaces invite the viewer to feel, as much as to see, the radiance of gratitude embodied in form.

Style & Story:
A contemporary abstraction with symbolic resonance, Grateful was created as a personal celebration — of a new home, of family unity, and of the artist’s deepening connection with her creative journey. The spirals recall ancient symbols of continuity and eternity, here reimagined as currents of expanding love. It bridges the private ritual of gratitude with a universal truth: love multiplies when shared.

Emotional Connection:
The work radiates harmony and peace, inviting collectors to anchor it as a focal point within their space. It carries an energy of abundance, reminding us of the transformative power of giving thanks — not only in moments of joy, but as a grounding force through life’s trials.

Context & Significance:
Created in 2012 during a season of profound thanksgiving, Grateful embodies the philosophy that gratitude attracts abundance. Beyond its striking scale and presence, the work stands as a talisman of love, family, and resilience. Its multi-panel construction allows it to command a wall with both intimacy and grandeur, serving as a lasting reminder of life’s most precious gifts.

Message from the Artist

This painting emerged from reflection on gratitude as a practice rather than a fleeting feeling. I wanted to capture how acknowledgment of even the smallest gifts can shift our perception, illuminating the ordinary with unexpected radiance.

The composition draws on textures and patterns that suggest abundance — not material, but emotional and spiritual. I found myself layering colors as if layering thanks, each one deepening the resonance of the whole.

For me, Grateful is less about a moment than a way of seeing. It is a quiet reminder that joy does not come from accumulation, but from recognition — the ability to notice and honor what is already present.