MENTAL CAGE PRINT
Prints available in five sizes (A4, A3, A2, A1 and A0)
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This painting is part of The Story of the Mind Collection
The Story of the Mind is an evocative collection that delves into the tumultuous and transformative journey of the human psyche. Each painting within this series represents a different stage of the mental experience, using abstract forms, dynamic brushstrokes, and vivid colours to convey the complexities and resilience of the mind.
PAINTING TWO OF FOUR: MENTAL CAGE
This painting illustrates the feeling of being trapped within the confines of one’s own mind. The bold, structured lines represent barriers and restrictions, symbolising mental blocks and the struggle to break free from limiting beliefs and thoughts. It's a visual representation of the constraints that can hinder mental freedom and growth.
The Story of the Mind is a journey through the complexities of mental states, from chaos and fragmentation to confinement and clarity. Each painting explores a different facet of the mental experience, offering a visual narrative of the challenges and triumphs encountered in the quest for mental peace and focus. The collection serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of the mind, capable of navigating through turmoil and emerging with a renewed sense of direction.
Technique: Oil paints on paper
Material: Acid-free, warm white, very light-textured 200g art paper
Made in: Portugal
Sizes:
Small: A4 – 21 x 29.7 cm (9″ x 12″)
Medium: A3 – 29.7 x 42 cm (11.7″ x 16.5″)
Large: A2 – 42 x 59.4 cm (16.5″ x 23.4″)
Extra Large: A1 – 59.4 x 84.1 cm (23.4″ x 33.1″)
Giant: A0 – 84.1 x 118.9 cm (33.1″ x 46.8″)
All prints are shipped in a tube.
UNFRAMED
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The Story Behind the Canvas: Unleashing the Cheetah Within
A Journey Through Darkness and Clarity
The inspiration behind ‘The Story of the Mind’ comes from a deeply challenging period in my life. My marriage was unraveling as I discovered my husband was leading a double life with someone else. In the midst of this personal turmoil, I was trying to hold my family together while hating a job that only deepened my anxiety and depression.
During this time, I was also on a journey of self-discovery, exploring my sexuality, and entangling myself in a toxic relationship with a narcissist. There were moments when I felt like I was sitting at the bed with Lucifer himself, engulfed in darkness. Yet, within me, there was a cheetah ready to emerge, a force that would drive me to stand up for myself.
Often, I felt trapped in my own mental cage, confined by societal expectations of who I should be. My thoughts were fragmented and scattered, disconnected from a harmonious alignment of mind, body, and soul. But from this chaos and fragmentation came moments of clarity. I began to see my path more clearly, trusting the process and cutting through the chaos with the speed and precision of a cheetah.
A major inspiration for this piece was a story from Glennon Doyle's book ‘Untamed’, specifically the story of Tabitha the Cheetah. In the book, Glennon describes a cheetah named Tabitha who, despite being in captivity, retains her wild instincts. Watching Tabitha's longing for freedom made Glennon realise that she, too, had a wild, untamed spirit within her, yearning to break free from societal cages and live authentically.
So, embrace the darkness and the speed. Run inwards and understand that you are not crazy- you are a goddamn cheetah! This series captures my personal journey from mental chaos to clarity, and I hope it inspires others to find their inner strength and embrace their true selves.