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This striking painting captures the emotional tension of striving toward an impossible or distant dream. A graceful hand, painted in natural tones, extends urgently from a swirl of fiery orange ribbons—symbols of passion, courage, and unyielding determination. The fingers, tipped with red, reach toward a radiant, glowing orb of light on the right, which seems just out of reach.

The vivid contrast between the warm, intense reds and oranges against the deep blue background heightens the sense of struggle and aspiration—the warmth of desire pushing against the cool vastness of the unknown. The hand seems both powerful and vulnerable, suspended in a moment of yearning.

This artwork beautifully conveys the human spirit’s eternal pursuit of light—of something greater, perhaps unattainable, yet too meaningful not to chase. It’s a visual metaphor for ambition, resilience, and the bittersweet beauty of reaching for one’s dreams despite the odds.

 

A preview does not accurately depict the actual size of the painting. Instead, it offers a glimpse of the ambiance this artwork will bring to your chosen space.

Almost Within Reach

SKU: Abstract
$1,100.00Price
  • 30"

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      Location: Haymarket, VA, USA 20169

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Through an independent artistic practice, I bring years of exploration and refinement to every brushstroke. Each canvas reflects not only passion but also a thoughtful understanding of texture, color, and form, intertwined with personal reflections and fragments of life.

Please feel welcome to contact me with any questions or reflections regarding my work.

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