What Do You Hold? - 8 Original Mixed Media Painting Canvas

The set of mixed media paintings features hands holding objects that challenge the viewer to ask "What do you hold?" With each painting, the objects held by the hands are unique and thought-provoking, leaving the viewer to contemplate their meaning and significance.

Each painting explores the relationship between humans and a symbol of the human existence/experience. Addressing the topics of Grief, Future, Hope, Creativity, Passion, Fun, Wonder, Light, growth, forgiveness, and Light.

The vibrant colors and intricate details of the paintings draw the viewer in, inviting them to take a closer look at each object and the way it is being held. Some objects are delicate and require a gentle touch, while others are weighty and require a firm grip.

As you study each painting, you may find yourself asking questions about the objects and the hands that hold them. What is the relationship between the two? What emotions or ideas are being conveyed through the way the object is being held?

They are a fascinating exploration of the relationship between objects and the human form. The challenge to ask "What do you hold?" encourages viewers to engage with the artwork on a deeper level, and to consider the many ways in which we interact with these symbols that surround us in our daily lives.