The Crossing Water lilies on lake Bright splashes of color collide

Bright splashes of color collide across the artwork

inviting the viewer to ponder the emotional narrative depicted

reflecting upon the shimmering ocean and the surrounding coastal landscape

I assume the cliff has eroded even more since then

Geometric shapes

The Crossing Water lilies on lake Bright splashes of color collideWinner of a Best Contemporary Award , this painting is one in my migration series. 'The Crossing' is both a self portrait and an interpretation of a childs journey from her country of birth to her new homeland and adulthood. The expression on the young girl's face is deliberately enigmatic. Is she looking back to see her grandparents who have been left behind? Or is she enthralled by new vistas?