They say that when you forgive you feel free, which is a vital part of growth and healing. However, in trauma recovery not forgiving might be empowering and therefore not necessary. This painting looks at forgiving ourselves first. Like two waves of different colors, one orange and one blue. A contrast of letting go and hold on.
The realisation that we can forgive and not forget is a colorful explosion that eliminates the heaviness of revenge, resentment and sets us free. But it’s not easy, it’s not straightforward. Forgive yourself if you can, let go of all of the resentment that you grew towards yourself, embrace healing, accept what you have done, take responsibility for it and show compassion. Move out of the past and step into the present. This painting is a reminder that forgiveness is beautiful and contrasting.
The realisation that we can forgive and not forget is a colorful explosion that eliminates the heaviness of revenge, resentment and sets us free. But it’s not easy, it’s not straightforward. Forgive yourself if you can, let go of all of the resentment that you grew towards yourself, embrace healing, accept what you have done, take responsibility for it and show compassion. Move out of the past and step into the present. This painting is a reminder that forgiveness is beautiful and contrasting.
Colours were chosen using chromology, colour psychology and colour theory.
Forgiveness 70x50 cm Mixed Medium