Thorns , storms, and dandelions

48x60 oil painting

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Symbolism in the piece:-

•The sky shows the clearing after a storm. Light is coming through.

This is a reminder that all storms eventually pass.

•Sunrise/sunset symbolizes a new day. And "each day his mercies are new "(lamentations 3:23)

Jeremiah 17:7-8

7 "But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,
    whose confidence is in him.

8 They will be like a tree planted by the water
    that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
    its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
    and never fails to bear fruit.”

•The dandelion:

1. Resilience and Perseverance:

• Dandelions are known for their ability to grow in difficult conditions, like cracks in pavement or alongside highways, making them a symbol of perseverance and the ability to thrive even in harsh environments.
• They can regrow even from small root fragments, further reinforcing their resilience. 

2. Hope and Renewal:

• The dandelion's bright yellow flower and the way it disperses its seeds have led to its association with hope and new beginnings. 
• The seeds, carried on the wind, symbolize dreams and aspirations that can take root and bloom in new places. 

3. Emotional Healing:

• Dandelions are linked to emotional healing and the ability to overcome loss or change.
• Their ability to survive hardship and re-bloom can be seen as a metaphor for resilience in the face of adversity. 

•Water reflections symbolize self reflection, awareness