The Scent of Becoming
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Quote that inspired this piece:
"There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself."
— Steve Maraboli
My poem for this painting:
There is a moment when what you carry inside
begins to reach the air.
Not announced.
Not explained.
Not justified.
But unmistakable —
like a soft, delicate fragrance
finding its way into a room.
Rose, for the love you finally allowed yourself.
Gardenia, for the depth you are no longer willing to conceal.
Freesia, for the trust that it is safe to be honest with yourself.
Jasmine, for the awakening — the soul beginning to bloom.
You have been distilling yourself for years —
releasing what no longer served you,
keeping only what was true.
This is your essence.
This is what remains.
This is the scent of becoming everything you were born to be.
Symbolism:
ROSE: Love, beauty, and the heart.
- The love she is finally allowing herself
- Her heart opening to what is true
GARDENIA: Purity, sincerity, and quiet depth.
- The deeper self she is no longer willing to conceal
- The truth of who she is becoming
FREESIA: Trust and heartfelt sincerity.
- Trusting that it is safe to be honest with herself
- Gentle self-recognition
JASMINE: Awakening, grace, and soulful bloom.
- The soul beginning to open
- Her essence reaching into the world around her
Artwork details
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35.5cm x 28cm
(approx 14” x 11”)
Mixed Media on 290gsm Fabriano paper
23ct Gold Leaf -
Release date to be confirmed.
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