Phoenix the Great Spirit

In this mixed media painting, I blend bold colors and layered materials, creating a striking visual impact. Vibrant hues of silver and copper dominates the piece, drawing viewers into a world of captivating emotions.
This painting captures the timeless essence of the Phoenix, the eternal creature born from the dawn of Earth. Bathed in the Sun’s radiant light, the Phoenix’s vibrant feathers are depicted in all their glory, symbolizing the beauty that once made it the object of relentless pursuit. The scene transitions into the desolation of the desert, where the weary, aged Phoenix returns to build its nest in a towering tree, crafting a myrrh egg with great care. As the Sun finally responds to its call, the Phoenix ignites into a brilliant blaze of fire. The aftermath is serene: the tree remains intact, and from the ashes, a new Phoenix emerges—majestic and renewed. This painting symbolizes the perpetual cycle of life, death, and rebirth, evoking the powerful connection between the Sun and fire, and serving as a metaphor for strength, renewal, and the endless journey of transformation.